chirriar means to squeak / screech — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.
📅 Published: September 8, 2025
chirriar
verb • /[cheer-ree-AR]/
to squeak / screech
Example:
La puerta chirria como fantasma.
The door screeches like a ghost.
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🧠 What does chirriar mean?
Chirriar is a fun Spanish verb that describes a high-pitched, often unpleasant sound, like a squeak or screech. Think of rusty door hinges, squeaky shoes, or the sound of chalk on a blackboard – those are all great examples of chirriar. It's often used to describe annoying sounds, but can also be used for things like the cheerful chirping of a cricket, although less common.
📚 Extra examples
- La puerta vieja chirriaba cada vez que alguien entraba.
The old door squeaked every time someone entered. - Mis zapatos nuevos chirriaban al caminar.
My new shoes squeaked when I walked. - Los frenos del coche chirriaron ruidosamente.
The car brakes screeched loudly. - A veces, los grillos chirriaban en la noche.
Sometimes, the crickets chirped at night.
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🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "chirriar"
Synonyms: rechinar, crujir
💡 Did You Know?
The sound of 'chirriar' can often be associated with old or rusty objects!
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