Definitions
- Describing the loud and harsh sound made by a donkey or mule. - Referring to a loud and unpleasant human voice or laughter that resembles the sound of a donkey. - Talking about a person speaking loudly and obnoxiously.
- Describing a deep, loud, and resonant sound made by an animal like a bull or a lion. - Referring to a person shouting or yelling loudly and forcefully. - Talking about a loud and booming voice that commands attention.
List of Similarities
- 1Both describe loud sounds.
- 2Both can be used to describe animal noises.
- 3Both can be used to describe human voices.
- 4Both convey a sense of volume and intensity.
- 5Both can be used to express strong emotions.
What is the difference?
- 1Animal Sound: Bray specifically refers to the sound made by a donkey or mule, while bellow is associated with animals like bulls or lions.
- 2Quality of Sound: Bray has a harsh and unpleasant connotation, while bellow has a deep and resonant connotation.
- 3Human Voice: Bray can be used to describe a person speaking loudly and obnoxiously, while bellow is used to describe someone shouting or yelling forcefully.
- 4Attention: Bellow implies a voice that commands attention, while bray may not necessarily have the same authoritative quality.
- 5Usage: Bray is less commonly used compared to bellow, which is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
Remember this!
Bray and bellow are synonyms that describe loud sounds, but they differ in their specific animal associations, the quality of sound, and the way they are used to describe human voices. Bray is typically associated with the sound made by a donkey or mule and can also describe a person speaking loudly and obnoxiously. On the other hand, bellow is associated with deep and resonant sounds made by animals like bulls or lions, as well as forceful shouting or commanding voices.
