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VocabJLPT N2

to groan

Godan VerbIntransitive VerbTransitive Verb

Also written as 唸る

Definitions

1. to groan
2. to moan
3. to roar
4. to hum (engine, wind, etc.)

To groan, moan, or growl, often expressing pain, effort, or deep emotion. It can also describe a low rumbling sound made by an animal or even an engine.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I hurt my back cleaning the hallway and groaned as I crouched down.

Sentence 2

The moment I twisted my back, I couldn't help but groan!

Sentence 3

The second I sat on the cold floor, my knees ached and I groaned!

Sentence 4

She was groaning on the phone — "My stomach…"

Sentence 5

The cold medicine did nothing, and I was groaning all morning.