grumble
/ˈɡrʌmbəl/
CEFR level B2Topic EmotionWord #3752 in the learning path
抱怨；发牢骚
Definitions
v. to complain in an annoyed, often quiet way
抱怨；发牢骚
n. a complaint about something that annoys you
牢骚；抱怨
v. to make a low, deep rumbling sound
发出低沉轰鸣声
Example
My brother grumbled about washing the dishes again.
我哥哥抱怨又要洗碗。
Although commuters often grumble about delays, many still prefer public transport because it reduces travel costs.
尽管通勤者经常抱怨延误，许多人仍更愿意乘坐公共交通，因为这能降低出行成本。
Collocations
- grumble about delays
- grumble at someone
- a common grumble
Word family
- grumbler (n.)
- grumbling (n.)
Synonyms
- complain
- moan
Usage tip
常用grumble about sth，表示抱怨某事。
FAQ
- What does grumble mean?
- to complain in an annoyed, often quiet way a complaint about something that annoys you to make a low, deep rumbling sound
- How is grumble pronounced?
- UK /ˈɡrʌmbəl/, US /ˈɡrʌmbəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
