What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
skreeghing
Example
The skreeghing of the seagulls woke me up early in the morning. [skreeghing: noun]
Example
The car's brakes were skreeghing as it came to a stop. [skreeghing: present participle]
screaming
Example
The children were screaming with joy on the rollercoaster ride. [screaming: present participle]
Example
She let out a blood-curdling scream when she saw the spider. [scream: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Screaming is more commonly used than skreeghing in everyday language. Screaming is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while skreeghing is less common and refers to a specific type of sound made by animals or birds.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between skreeghing and screaming?
Both skreeghing and screaming are informal words, but screaming is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
