Pronunciation

/kraɪd laɪk ə kroʊ/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Phrase

Definition

The phrase “cried like a crow” is used metaphorically to describe someone’s voice or cry as harsh, loud, or unpleasant.

Examples

1. “He cried out like a crow when he stubbed his toe.”

2. “Her singing sounded like she cried like a crow.”

Additional Information

This phrase is often used to convey the idea of a grating or unpleasant sound.