No. 10,140 in French
hululements
"Hululements" means "hooting" or "howling," typically referring to the sound made by owls or other animals.
In a sentence
Les hululements du hibou résonnaient dans la forêt sombre.
The owl's hoots echoed in the dark forest.
In this sentence, 'hululements' refers to the sounds or cries made by an owl, emphasizing its natural behavior and blending with the nocturnal atmosphere.
Nous avons entendu les hululements mystérieux dans la nuit calme.
We heard the mysterious hoots in the calm night.
Here, 'hululements' denotes eerie or enigmatic sounds associated with night, illustrating how language can evoke a sense of mystery.
Les hululements fréquents faisaient partie de l'ambiance du parc tranquille.
The frequent hoots were part of the ambiance of the tranquil park.
In this context, 'hululements' characterizes regular sonic elements, contributing to the serene and peaceful setting overall.
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