Definition Synonyms
Definition of creaky - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
soundmaking a sharp, harsh noise when moved or pressed
- The old chair was so creaky that it squeaked with every shift.
2.
conditionold and not in good condition
- The creaky chair needs to be replaced.
3.
phoneticsTECH. related to a type of phonationTECH.
- The linguist studied the creaky voice quality.
Expressions with creaky
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voice with low, rough, scratchy vibrations
She spoke in a creaky voice during the meeting.
Origin of creaky
English, creak (sound) + -y (characterized by)
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Examples of creaky in a sentence
The floorboards in the old house were creaky. The creaky stairs made it hard to sneak out. He lives in a creaky old house by the sea. Creaky phonation is common in some languages. The creaky sound was analyzed in the lab.
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- French:grinçant, branlant, ...
- German:knarrend, klapprig, ...
- Italian:scricchiolante, crepitante, ...
- Spanish:chirriante, ruidoso, ...
- Portuguese:rangente, decrépito, ...
- Chinese:嘎吱作响的, 老旧的, ...
- Japanese:きしむ, 古びた, ...
- Arabic:صَرير, مُهْتَرِئ, ...
- Hebrew:חוֹרֵק, חֲרִיקָתִי, ...
- Russian:скрипучий, хриплый, ...
- Ukrainian:скрипучий, хрипкий, ...
- Hindi:चरमराता, चरमराती, ...
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