No. 2,179 in French
cris
"Cries" or "shouts."
In a sentence
Les cris des enfants résonnaient dans la cour.
The children's cries were echoing in the yard.
Here 'cris' is used to denote outcries or loud vocal sounds, typically from a group of children expressing joy or excitement.
Elle poussa un cri de surprise en voyant le cadeau.
She let out a cry of surprise upon seeing the gift.
In this example, 'cri' refers to a single loud vocalization, expressing an intense emotion like surprise.
Les cris des manifestants exprimaient leur colère.
The cries of the protesters expressed their anger.
This usage of 'cris' refers to vocal expressions, such as shouts or chants, used as a form of communication during protests.
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