grumble
Translation
to complain, to moan, to rumble
Examples
He's always grumbling about the weather.
He's always grumbling about the weather.
My stomach is grumbling; I'm hungry.
My stomach is grumbling; I'm hungry.
Grammar Patterns
((to grumble)) ((about sth.)) to complain about something in a bad-tempered way He's always grumbling about the weather.
((one's stomach)) ((grumbles)) to make a low rumbling sound My stomach is grumbling.
Similar Words
Synonyms: complain, moan, mutter; Antonyms: praise, rejoice
Etymology
Onomatopoeic, imitating a low, rumbling sound. Compare with Dutch 'grommelen'.
Memory Tips
The sound of 'grumble' is like the low, rumbling sound of a stomach or thunder, or someone muttering complaints.