Definitions
- Describing a loud and high-pitched cry or scream of a baby or young child. - Referring to a noisy and unpleasant sound made by an animal, such as a cat or bird. - Talking about a loud and harsh sound made by a person in anger or distress.
- Describing a loud and high-pitched sound made by tires or brakes of a vehicle. - Referring to a piercing and unpleasant sound made by a bird, such as an owl or hawk. - Talking about a loud and shrill sound made by a person in fear, pain, or excitement.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve loud and high-pitched sounds.
- 2Both can be unpleasant or annoying to hear.
- 3Both can be associated with negative emotions, such as distress, fear, or pain.
- 4Both can be used to describe sounds made by animals or humans.
- 5Both can be used as verbs or nouns.
What is the difference?
- 1Source: Squalling is typically associated with crying or screaming of babies or young children, while screeching is often used to describe sounds made by tires, brakes, or birds.
- 2Pitch: Squalling is generally lower in pitch than screeching, which is usually very high-pitched.
- 3Tone: Squalling has a more plaintive and mournful tone, while screeching is more piercing and sharp.
- 4Intensity: Screeching is often louder and more intense than squalling.
- 5Connotation: Squalling is often associated with helplessness or vulnerability, while screeching can be associated with aggression or danger.
Remember this!
Squalling and screeching are both words used to describe loud and high-pitched sounds. However, squalling is typically associated with crying or screaming of babies or young children, or loud and harsh sounds made by people in distress or anger. On the other hand, screeching is often used to describe sounds made by tires, brakes, or birds, and can be associated with danger or aggression.
