moan
Translation
to complain, to grumble, to groan
Examples
He's always moaning about his job.
He's always moaning about his job.
The injured man was moaning in pain.
The injured man was moaning in pain.
Grammar Patterns
((about sth.)) to complain about (sth.) He's always moaning about work.
((verb)) to make a low sound of pain or pleasure The patient was moaning.
Similar Words
Synonyms: complain, grumble, groan, whine
Etymology
From Old English 'mānan', meaning 'to complain, lament'.
Memory Tips
The 'oa' sound is long and low, like the sound of someone complaining or in pain.