The meaning of CROAK is to make a deep harsh sound. How to use croak in a sentence.

CROAK definition: to utter a low-pitched, harsh cry, as the sound of a frog or a raven. See examples of croak used in a sentence.

When animals such as frogs and crows croak, they make deep rough sounds. If you croak, you speak with a rough voice because you have a sore or dry throat.

1. grunt, squawk, caw Frogs croaked in the reeds.

person If someone croaks something, they say it in a low, rough voice. He moaned and managed to croak, 'Help me'.

Dec 14, 2025 · croak (plural croaks) A faint, harsh sound made in the throat. The call of a frog or toad. synonym Synonym: ribbit The harsh call of various birds, such as the raven or corncrake, or other …

croak /kroʊk/ v. Animal Behavior to utter a low, harsh cry, such as the sound of a frog:[no object] frogs croaking in the evening.

CROAK meaning: 1 : to make the deep, harsh sound that a frog makes; 2 : to say (something) in a rough, low voice that is hard to understand

Definition of croak verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

A croak is the low, hoarse sound a frog makes. Crows and people with sore throats can croak, too. It’s also a slang word for “die.” When people croak, they need either a glass of water or an undertaker.