Shout out
noun
A message to mention or acknowledge someone specially in media or public.
I want to give a shout out to my parents. Thank you for your love and support.
Often appears as...
- give a shout out
- receive a shout out
verb
To speak loudly to attract someone's attention.
If you see any danger, just shout out!
Often appears as...
- shout out for help
- shout out a warning
noun
A way of sharing or recommending something interesting to others.
I just wanted to give a shout out to the new vegan restaurant on Main Street.
Often appears as...
- give a shout out
- send a shout out
Usage tips
Approving
noun
A message to mention or acknowledge someone specially in media or public.
I want to give a shout out to my parents. Thank you for your love and support.
Often appears as...
- give a shout out
- receive a shout out
verb
To speak loudly to attract someone's attention.
If you see any danger, just shout out!
Often appears as...
- shout out for help
- shout out a warning
noun
A way of sharing or recommending something interesting to others.
I just wanted to give a shout out to the new vegan restaurant on Main Street.
Often appears as...
- give a shout out
- send a shout out
Usage tips
Approving
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Public Appreciation
Use 'shout out' to express public gratitude or appreciation to someone in a casual way.
During the concert, the singer gave a shout out to her fans.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Media Context
'Shout out' is often used on social media to promote others or say thanks.
Here's a shout out to my friend's new YouTube channel!
Pro Tip 3/3Not for Formal Use
Avoid using 'shout out' in formal contexts; it's seen as casual or informal.
You wouldn't give a shout out in a formal business report.
Pro Tip 1/3Public Appreciation
Use 'shout out' to express public gratitude or appreciation to someone in a casual way.
During the concert, the singer gave a shout out to her fans.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Media Context
'Shout out' is often used on social media to promote others or say thanks.
Here's a shout out to my friend's new YouTube channel!
Pro Tip 3/3Not for Formal Use
Avoid using 'shout out' in formal contexts; it's seen as casual or informal.
You wouldn't give a shout out in a formal business report.
Pro Tip 1/3Public Appreciation
Use 'shout out' to express public gratitude or appreciation to someone in a casual way.
During the concert, the singer gave a shout out to her fans.
Pro Tip 2/3Social Media Context
'Shout out' is often used on social media to promote others or say thanks.
Here's a shout out to my friend's new YouTube channel!
Pro Tip 3/3Not for Formal Use
Avoid using 'shout out' in formal contexts; it's seen as casual or informal.
You wouldn't give a shout out in a formal business report.
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