crying
Translation
crying, weeping, sobbing
Examples
I could hear crying from the next room.
I could hear crying from the next room.
It's no use crying over spilt milk.
It's no use crying over spilt milk.
Grammar Patterns
the act or sound of shedding tears I could hear crying from the next room.
Similar Words
Synonyms: weeping, sobbing, wailing
Etymology
From the verb 'to cry', which derives from Old French 'crier' (to shout).
Memory Tips
Imagine the sound a baby makes. The word 'crying' sounds like the action itself.