Definitions
v. to cry loudly in pain, sadness, or distress
哀号；大声哭叫
n. a long, high cry or sound expressing distress
哀号声；尖厉长鸣
Example
The baby began to wail when her toy fell.
玩具掉了，宝宝便放声大哭起来。
Residents heard sirens wailing throughout the night as emergency teams responded to the severe flooding.
应急队伍应对严重洪灾时，居民整夜都听到警报器的长鸣声。
Collocations
- wail in pain
- a piercing wail
- the wail of sirens
Word family
- wailing (n.)
Synonyms
- howl
Usage tip
强调持续而尖厉的哭声，也可形容警报器长鸣。
FAQ
- What does wail mean?
- to cry loudly in pain, sadness, or distress a long, high cry or sound expressing distress
- How is wail pronounced?
- UK /weɪl/, US /weɪl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
