Basic Details
Word: Bleat
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: The sound made by a sheep or goat; to make a sound like that of a sheep.
Synonyms: Baah, bleating
Antonyms: Silence, quiet
Idioms and Phrases
- Bleat like a lamb: To complain or whine softly about something. Example: "He started to bleat like a lamb when he realised he had missed the bus."
- Don't bleat about it: A way to tell someone not to complain excessively. Example: "You're fine now, so dont bleat about the little things."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The sheep began to bleat when it saw its owner approaching with food.
Example 2: I could hear the goats bleating loudly in the distance, calling to each other.
Example 3: The little lamb would often bleat when it felt lonely or scared.
Fun Fact
Did you know that bleating is not only a way for sheep and goats to communicate but also helps them bond with their flock? Each sheep has a unique bleat, so they recognise each other by sound!
Famous Quote
"A sheep in wolf's clothing is still just a bleat away from its destiny. Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "bleat" mean?
a) A type of dance
b) The sound made by a sheep or goat
c) A kind of fruit
d) To run very fast
Answer: b) The sound made by a sheep or goat
2. Which of these is a synonym of "bleat"?
a) Roar
b) Baah
c) Chirp
d) Bark
Answer: b) Baah
3. What is an antonym of "bleat"?
a) Roar
b) Silence
c) Whisper
d) Sing
Answer: b) Silence
4. Which sentence uses "bleat" correctly?
a) The child wanted to bleat at the party.
b) She began to bleat when she heard the sad story.
c) The sheep started to bleat as it walked down the road.
d) The sun began to bleat in the morning.
Answer: c) The sheep started to bleat as it walked down the road.
5. Which idiom relates to "bleat"?
a) Don't bleat about it
b) All bark and no bite
c) Wise as an owl
d) Like a fish out of water
Answer: a) Don't bleat about it
