blat
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /blæt/
KK: /blæt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To make a loud, harsh noise, often like the cry of a sheep.
Example
The lamb began to blat loudly when it was separated from its mother.
Tense Forms
Past: blatted
Past Participle: blatted
Conversation
Did you hear that noise outside?
Yeah, it sounded like a goat or something.
I think it might be a sheep that loves to blat a lot!
That would explain the raucous sound we heard earlier.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
bleat
bawl
wail
Antonyms
whisper
murmur
hush
transitive verb
Definition
To make a loud, harsh sound or to speak suddenly without thinking.
Example
The trombone player began to blat loudly during the performance.
Tense Forms
Past: blatted
Past Participle: blatted
Conversation
Did you hear him blat out that answer in class yesterday?
Yeah, it was so unexpected!
I thought he would get in trouble for being so loud.
Root Explanation
The word 'blat' originates from Old English 'blætte', meaning to bleat or make a sound like a sheep. It describes the sound made by certain animals, particularly sheep.
Memory Tip
Think of the sound a sheep makes — that's why 'blat' refers to that specific noise.
Visually Confused Words
bloat
bleat
blast
blart
lat
bat
oblate
bleaty