yell
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /jɛl/
KK: /jɛl/
intransitive verb
Definition
To make a loud sound with your voice, often because you are excited, angry, or in pain.
Example
She began to yell when she saw the surprise party.
Tense Forms
Past: yelled
Past Participle: yelled
Conversation
Did you hear me yell when I saw that huge spider?
Yeah, I thought you were going to jump out of your skin!
I couldn't help it; I just freaked out and had to yell.
It's funny now, but I would have done the same thing!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
shout
scream
holler
Antonyms
whisper
murmur
silence
noun
Definition
A loud cry or shout, often made to express strong emotions or to get attention.
Example
The crowd let out a loud yell when the team scored a goal.
Conversation
Did you hear the yell from the crowd during the game yesterday?
Yeah, it was so loud! Everyone was really into it.
I love when they all join in for a big yell together.
transitive verb
Definition
To make a loud sound with your voice, often to express strong emotions like anger or excitement.
Example
She had to yell to be heard over the noise of the crowd.
Tense Forms
Past: yelled
Past Participle: yelled
Conversation
Did you hear him yell during the game yesterday?
Yeah, he really got into it!
I thought he was going to yell his lungs out at the referee.
Root Explanation
The word 'yell' originates from Middle English 'yellen', which is derived from Old English 'gellan', meaning to cry out or shout. It reflects the action of making a loud vocal sound.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word 'gellan' which means to cry out — that's why 'yell' means to shout loudly.
Visually Confused Words
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mysell