# holler

/ˈhɑɫɝ/ (US) · /hˈɒlɐ/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/holler
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

a loud, rough, or wild cry. You might hear this in music when a singer wants to sound very strong and powerful.

For teachers: a loud, rough, or wild cry; a vocal sound characterized by a coarse, resonant quality. Often used in musical contexts to describe a vocal style or a specific type of vocalization.

## Examples

- The singer let out a loud holler.
- The blues musician used a deep, gravelly holler to express his frustration during the performance.
- The traditional folk song features a haunting holler that echoes through the valley, serving as a call to the community during the harvest season.

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