‘喊话’ literally combines ‘喊’ (to shout, to call out loudly) and ‘话’ (speech, words), meaning to deliver a message by shouting — often in situations where normal speaking volume is insufficient or where the speaker intends to address a group publicly. It emphasizes vocal projection and intentional communication, not just noise.

This verb is commonly used in contexts like crowd control (e.g., police officers shouting instructions), public announcements (e.g., at rallies or protests), or urgent interpersonal calls (e.g., across a courtyard or river). While it can carry neutral or functional connotations, tone and context may imply authority, urgency, or even confrontation. It is rarely used for gentle or private speech — that would be ‘说话’ or ‘讲话’. In modern usage, it also appears metaphorically in media and politics, such as ‘向国际社会喊话’ (to address the international community).