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grito

gree-toh/ˈɡrito/

“grito” means “shout” in Spanish (A loud yell or call).

shout, scream

Also: cry, yell
NounmA1
Mexico
A colorful storybook illustration of a young child standing outside, mouth wide open, emitting large, visible sound wave lines to symbolize a loud yell.

📝 In Action

Escuchamos un grito de auxilio desde el bosque.

A2

We heard a cry for help from the woods.

El grito de gol del público fue ensordecedor.

B1

The crowd's shout (yell) of 'goal' was deafening.

Con un grito de alegría, abrazó a su madre.

A1

With a shout of joy, he hugged his mother.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • alarido (howl, scream)
  • voz (voice)

Antonyms

  • susurro (whisper)

Common Collocations

  • dar un grito – to give a shout/scream
  • a gritos – shouting (very loudly)

Idioms & Expressions

  • poner el grito en el cielo – to protest loudly or complain bitterly

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "grito" in Spanish:

cry→scream→shout→yell→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: grito

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'grito' as the noun?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
gritar(to shout, to yell) — Verb
gritón(loudmouth, someone who shouts a lot) — Adjective / Noun
🎵 Rhymes▼
📚 Etymology▼

Comes directly from the verb 'gritar' (to shout). The verb itself is thought to have originated from an older word related to 'crying out' or 'making noise'.

First recorded: 13th century (verb form)

Cognates (Related words)

Portuguese: gritoCatalan: crit

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'grito' and 'voz'?

'Voz' means 'voice'—the sound you make when speaking. 'Grito' means 'shout' or 'scream'—it's a specific, loud, and usually emotional vocal sound, not normal speaking.