How Do You Spell SCREECHES?

Pronunciation: [skɹˈiːt͡ʃɪz] (IPA)

The word "screeches" is a verb that means a sharp, high-pitched sound or noise. The spelling of this word is based on the English alphabet, but it does not follow the normal rules of phonetics. The /s/ and /k/ sounds are combined to create the beginning of the word, and the double "ee" represents a long /i/ sound. The final /s/ sound is created by adding the letter "s" to the end of the word. Therefore, the pronunciation of "screeches" is /skriːtʃɪz/.

SCREECHES Meaning and Definition

1. Screeches are high-pitched, piercing, and unpleasant sounds produced by various animals or objects. These sounds are typically characterized by their sharpness, intensity, and often shrill quality. Screeches can be created by animals, such as birds, mammals, or insects, as a form of communication, defense, or mating call. They are usually loud and distinct, catching the attention of other animals, predators, or potential mates.

   In addition to animal sounds, screeches can also be produced by inanimate objects or mechanical devices. For instance, a screech can refer to the unpleasant noise emitted by car brakes that have worn out or a malfunctioning machine. Such screeches are often accompanied by a scraping or grinding sound, indicating a problem with the mechanical system.

   The term "screeches" can also be used to describe the act of making or emitting these high-pitched, shrill sounds. It represents the action of producing a screeching noise, either intentionally or unintentionally. People may screech in response to sudden pain, fear, or surprise, usually involuntarily.

   Overall, screeches are characterized by their piercing, sharp, and often grating quality. They can be produced by both living creatures and inanimate objects, serving various purposes such as communication, warning, or mechanical malfunction.

Top Common Misspellings for SCREECHES *

• screatches 20%
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• screaches 20%
• screechs 20%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for SCREECHES

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• Searechon

Etymology of SCREECHES

The word "screeches" is derived from the Old Norse word "skrækja", which means "to screech" or "to creak". This Old Norse word is related to the Old High German word "skrāhhan", meaning "to scream". Over time, the word "screech" developed in Middle English and has been used to describe piercing and high-pitched sounds. The plural form of "screech" is "screeches", referring to multiple instances of such sounds.

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• screech owl,
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Conjugate verb Screeches

CONDITIONAL

I would screech

we would screech

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they would screech

FUTURE

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PAST

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

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PRESENT PERFECT

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they have screeched

I am screeching

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