schreien
to shout, to scream, to yell
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈʃʁaɪ̯ən/
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Cultural Note
In German relationship advice, 'Anschreien' (yelling at someone) is considered a serious communication failure. The compound 'anschreien' (separable prefix) specifically means to yell AT someone, adding a confrontational dimension.
📝 Example Sentences
Bitte schrei mich nicht an!
Please don't yell at me!
Sie schrie vor Freude.
She screamed with joy.
Er hat so laut geschrien, dass die Nachbarn kamen.
He shouted so loudly that the neighbors came.