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to whine
01
泣き言を言う, 不平を言う
to express one's discontent or dissatisfaction in an annoying manner
Intransitive
Example
The child began to whine when he did n’t get his way at the store.
She tends to whine whenever she has to do chores around the house.
He whined for more ice cream, even after having two scoops.
02
うめく, 愚痴をこぼす
to produce a high-pitched, unpleasant, screechy sound
Intransitive
Example
While we were cooking, the kettle was whining as it heated up.
The car engine began to whine as it struggled up the steep hill.
The teapot whined as steam escaped from the spout.
03
泣き言を言う, 不満を言う
to complain about something while making crying noises
Intransitive: to whine about sth
Example
She could n’t help but whine about the long wait at the doctor ’s office.
He would often whine about his homework instead of just getting it done.
Every time it rains, he whines about how his plans are ruined.
04
うめく, 呻く
to move or advance while making a high-pitched sound
Intransitive
Example
The old cart whined as it was pushed across the rough ground.
The wind whined through the cracks in the windows during the storm.
The old car whined as it struggled up the steep hill.
Whine
01
泣き言, 不平
a complaint uttered in a plaintive whining way
