miao

Example:The meow was clear and persistent, signaling that the cat was hungry.

Definition:The high-pitched vocalization made by a cat.

Example:The content cat was purring softly while napping in a warm sunbeam.

Definition:An expression of contentment made by a cat, often also used metaphorically to refer to a low, vibrating vocal sound.

Example:Despite its name, the bird actually produced a chirp, not a miao, when startled.

Definition:A sharp, clear sound made by small birds, which is sometimes used to refer to the sound of a cat’s miao in some dialects.