How Do You Spell SQUEAL?

Pronunciation: [skwˈiːl] (IPA)

The word "squeal" is spelled as /skwiːl/, with the initial "s" sound representing the "sk" consonant blend. The "q" in "squeal" represents the consonant sound /kw/, followed by the long vowel sound /iː/ represented by "ee". Lastly, the "al" represents the syllable ending with the /l/ sound. "Squeal" can be used both as a verb and a noun, and describes a high-pitched sound often associated with pigs or when someone snitches or informs on someone else.

SQUEAL Meaning and Definition

  1. Squeal is a verb that typically refers to a high-pitched, shrill sound made by a person or animal, often as an involuntary or instinctive response. It can also be used as a noun to describe the sound itself. The term is commonly associated with the sound of an animal, most notably a pig, but it can also be used to describe a similar noise produced by humans or inanimate objects.

    When used in relation to animals, a squeal is often emitted when they are in pain, frightened, or startled. For instance, a pig may squeal when it is being handled roughly or when it senses danger. It is an audible expression of their distress or discomfort.

    In the context of human behavior, squealing can be used to describe a high-pitched cry or scream, usually in response to fear, surprise, delight, or excitement. Children, in particular, are known to squeal when they are happy or amused.

    Additionally, squeal can be used metaphorically to describe a high-pitched or shrill sound produced by an inanimate object. For example, brakes on a vehicle might squeal when they need maintenance, or a metal hinge may give off a squeal when it needs lubrication.

    In summary, squeal is a term that encompasses high-pitched, shrill sounds made by living creatures, as well as certain mechanical or inanimate objects. It conveys distress, joy, surprise, or alarm and is often characterized by its piercing and unmistakable nature.

  2. • To cry with a sharp, shrill, continuous sound.
    • A sharp shrill sound less momentary than a squeak.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of SQUEAL

The word "squeal" has its origins in Middle English, deriving from the Old English word "sqwelan" or "scwelan". This Middle English term meant "to make a shrill cry or sound". The word's root can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "*skwelanan", which had a similar meaning. From there, it can be further linked to the Proto-Indo-European root "*kwekw", meaning "to shout" or "to cry out". Over time, the word "squeal" evolved to specifically refer to a high-pitched noise made by animals or humans in distress or excitement.

Idioms with the word SQUEAL

  • squeal with sth The idiom "squeal with something" refers to expressing extreme excitement, delight, or enthusiasm about something, often by making a high-pitched sound similar to a squeal. It typically represents a sense of joy and happiness.
  • squeal (on sm) (to sm) The idiom "squeal (on someone) (to someone)" refers to the act of informing or revealing secret or confidential information about someone to another person, usually as an act of betrayal or in order to avoid punishment oneself. It is often used when someone discloses information that leads to the identification or apprehension of a wrongdoer or reveals someone's involvement in a prohibited or illegal activity. The term "squeal" is often associated with the sound of a pig's cry, implying that the person informing is betraying others in a similar manner.
  • squeal like a stuck pig The idiom "squeal like a stuck pig" is a metaphorical expression used to describe someone or something making a loud, high-pitched noise similar to the squealing sound a pig makes when in distress or experiencing pain. It is commonly used to depict someone who is complaining, crying, or screaming loudly and uncontrollably.

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Plural form of SQUEAL is SQUEALS

Conjugate verb Squeal

CONDITIONAL

I would squeal
you would squeal
he/she/it would squeal
we would squeal
they would squeal

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be squealing
you would be squealing
he/she/it would be squealing
we would be squealing
they would be squealing

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have squeal
you would have squeal
he/she/it would have squeal
we would have squeal
they would have squeal

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been squealing
you would have been squealing
he/she/it would have been squealing
we would have been squealing
they would have been squealing

FUTURE

I will squeal
you will squeal
he/she/it will squeal
we will squeal
they will squeal

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be squealing
you will be squealing
he/she/it will be squealing
we will be squealing
they will be squealing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have squealed
you will have squealed
he/she/it will have squealed
we will have squealed
they will have squealed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been squealing
you will have been squealing
he/she/it will have been squealing
we will have been squealing
they will have been squealing

IMPERATIVE

you squeal
we let´s squeal

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to squeal

PAST

I squealed
you squealed
he/she/it squealed
we squealed
they squealed

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was squealing
you were squealing
he/she/it was squealing
we were squealing
they were squealing

PAST PARTICIPLE

squealed

PAST PERFECT

I had squealed
you had squealed
he/she/it had squealed
we had squealed
they had squealed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been squealing
you had been squealing
he/she/it had been squealing
we had been squealing
they had been squealing

PRESENT

I squeal
you squeal
he/she/it squeals
we squeal
they squeal

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am squealing
you are squealing
he/she/it is squealing
we are squealing
they are squealing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

squealing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have squealed
you have squealed
he/she/it has squealed
we have squealed
they have squealed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been squealing
you have been squealing
he/she/it has been squealing
we have been squealing
they have been squealing
I would have squealed
we would have squealed
you would have squealed
he/she/it would have squealed
they would have squealed

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