Synonyms for

Barks

Verb / bɑ:rks / Another word for barks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make a short, loud, explosive sound, like a dog.

Synonyms & similar words

skin bark barque yelps howls woofs growls snarls whines cries shouts yells screams hollers roars bellows shrieks bleats squawks cackles clucks croaks crows

Example sentences

  1. The dog barks at the mailman every morning.
  2. The puppy barks when he's excited.
  3. The old dog doesn't bark as much as he used to.
  4. The neighbor's dog barks all night and keeps us awake.
  5. The guard dog barks to scare away intruders.

Quotes

  • If your dog barks and you yell at him, he thinks, 'Great, now we're both barking.' - Unknown
  • A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself. - Josh Billings
  • A barking dog is often more useful than a sleeping lion. - Washington Irving

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