yellin'

Raising one's voice

Yellin' is the informal spelling of yelling, representing casual pronunciation that drops the final g.

It appears in dialogue, song lyrics, and informal writing to convey a folksy or energetic tone: Stop yellin' at me!

He came in yellin' about the game.

communication

hollerin'

Loud vocal calling

cupped hands · out the window · porch · backyard · come here · hey you · attention · volume

anger

shoutin'

Crying out loudly

tantrum · outburst · tirade · rant · fury · wrath · temper · explosion · meltdown · conniption

cheering

hollerin'

Loud vocal calling

  • chantin'Singing repetitively, informally
  • stadiumLarge venue for spectators
  • crowdLarge public gathering

fans · game day · touchdowns · goals · team spirit · bleachers · tailgate · sports · victory · celebration

scolding

lecturin'

Teaching through speech

coach · boss · in trouble · grounded · detention · stern · harsh words · disappointment · authority · consequences

Opposites
volume

yellin'whispering

Breathy, near-silent speech

murmuring · muttering · mumbling · sotto voce · inaudible

emotional intensity

yellin'calm

Free from agitation

composed · serene · placid · tranquil · unruffled

manner of speech

yellin'cooing

Soft murmuring sounds

soothing · crooning · conversing · chatting · gentle

Phrases
Family

yelling

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G