braying
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈbreɪ.ɪŋ/
KK: /ˈbreɪɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The loud, harsh sound made by a donkey or similar animal.
Example
The braying of the donkey could be heard from far away.
Conversation
Did you hear that braying coming from the farm yesterday?
Yeah, it was so loud! What do you think caused it?
I think it was probably the donkeys acting up again.
They always know how to make their voices heard!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
neigh
cry
call
Antonyms
silence
quiet
stillness
verb
Definition
The action of making a loud, harsh sound, like that of a donkey.
Example
The donkey was braying loudly in the field.
Tense Forms
Past: brayed
Past Participle: brayed
Conversation
Did you hear that donkey braying in the distance?
Yeah, it was really loud!
I wonder what was making it braying like that.
Root Explanation
Braying originates from the Old English 'brægan', meaning to make a loud noise or cry, particularly associated with the sound made by a donkey. The word describes the characteristic loud, harsh sound that donkeys produce.
Memory Tip
Think of the loud noise that donkeys make — that's what 'braying' refers to.
Visually Confused Words
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