grunts
Translation
grunts
Examples
He replied with a series of short grunts.
He replied with a series of short grunts.
The only sounds were the grunts of the animals.
The only sounds were the grunts of the animals.
Grammar Patterns
a series of grunts multiple short, low sounds He replied with a series of short grunts.
Similar Words
Synonyms: groans, moans
Etymology
Plural of 'grunt', which is an onomatopoeic word imitating the sound made by pigs or a person in effort.
Memory Tips
Think of multiple short sounds, like a tennis player hitting a ball several times: 'grunt, grunt, grunt'.