rugir

Senses

1. 1.

   to roar

   to make a loud, deep sound (as a lion, tiger, or other large animal)

2. 2.

   to roar, to rumble

   to make a loud, thunderous noise (as an engine, storm, or crowd)

3. 3.

   to bellow, to shout angrily

   to speak or shout in a loud, fierce manner (of a person)

Examples

• "O leão rugiu ao ver os invasores se aproximando."

  The lion roared when it saw the invaders approaching.

• "O motor do caminhão rugia na subida da serra."

  The truck's engine roared going up the mountain road.

• "O chefe rugiu de raiva quando descobriu o erro."

  The boss bellowed with anger when he discovered the mistake.

Usage

Regular -ir verb. Commonly used for animal sounds (especially large predators) and loud mechanical or natural sounds. When applied to people, it conveys intense anger or aggression. Common collocation: "rugir de raiva" (to roar with anger).