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Inglês - Português (Brasil)
Groan
ɡroʊn
Extremamente Comum
700 - 800
700 - 800
O índice de frequência e importância das palavras indica com que frequência uma palavra aparece em um determinado idioma. Quanto menor o número, mais frequentemente a palavra é usada. As palavras mais frequentemente usadas variam normalmente de 1 a 4000. Este índice de importância ajuda você a se concentrar nas palavras mais úteis durante o seu processo de aprendizagem de idiomas.

gémir, grogner, se plaindre, gémissement

Significados de Groan em português

Le mot "groan" en anglais désigne un son de plainte ou de douleur, souvent émis de manière involontaire. Il est utilisé dans divers contextes, tant formels qu'informels, et peut exprimer des émotions variées telles que la frustration, l'ennui ou la douleur physique.

Utilisation quotidienne :

  1. Contexte émotionnel :

    • Les gens grognent souvent lorsqu'ils sont frustrés ou agacés. Par exemple : "I groaned when I heard the news about the meeting being postponed." (Je grogne quand j'ai entendu la nouvelle que la réunion était reportée.)
    • Dans des situations d'ennui, comme lors d'un discours long, on peut entendre : "The audience groaned at the speaker's lengthy presentation." (Le public a grogné lors de la longue présentation de l'orateur.)
  2. Contexte physique :

    • Le mot est également utilisé pour décrire une réaction à la douleur. Par exemple : "He groaned after twisting his ankle." (Il a grogné après s'être tordu la cheville.)
    • Dans un contexte médical, un patient pourrait grogner pendant un examen douloureux.
  3. Utilisation humoristique :

    • "Groan" peut être utilisé de manière humoristique pour réagir à des blagues de mauvais goût. Par exemple : "That was such a bad pun, I can't help but groan!" (C'était un jeu de mots si mauvais que je ne peux m'empêcher de grogner !)

Phrases et expressions courantes :

  • "Groan in pain" (grogner de douleur) : utilisé pour décrire une réaction à une douleur physique.
  • "Groan with frustration" (grogner de frustration) : pour exprimer un mécontentement face à une situation.

Contexte formel et informel :

  • "Groan" est généralement utilisé dans des contextes informels. Il est rare de rencontrer ce terme dans des écrits académiques ou des discours formels.

Erreurs courantes :

  • Confondre "groan" avec "groove" (qui signifie avoir du rythme ou être en phase). Les deux mots sont phonétiquement similaires mais ont des significations très différentes.
  • Utiliser "groan" dans un contexte où une réaction positive est attendue, car il est généralement associé à des émotions négatives.

Mots apparentés :

  • Synonymes : moan (gémir), complain (se plaindre).
  • Antonymes : cheer (acclamer), rejoice (se réjouir).

Prononciation :

  • "Groan" se prononce /ɡroʊn/. L'accent est mis sur la seule syllabe, avec un son long pour la voyelle "o".

Grammaire et étymologie :

  • "Groan" est un verbe régulier en anglais. Au passé, il devient "groaned".
  • L'origine du mot remonte à l'anglais ancien "grian", qui signifie "gémir".

Significados de Groan em português

gémir

Exemplo:
She let out a groan of frustration.
Elle a laissé échapper un gémissement de frustration.
He groaned when he had to wake up early.
Il a gémir quand il a dû se lever tôt.
Uso: informalContexto: Used to express physical discomfort or emotional frustration.
Observação: Commonly used in everyday conversation.

grogner

Exemplo:
The dog groaned when it lay down.
Le chien a grogné en se couchant.
He groaned in pain after hitting his knee.
Il a grogné de douleur après s'être cogné le genou.
Uso: informalContexto: Can refer to low, guttural sounds made by animals or humans.
Observação: Often used for sounds of discomfort or annoyance.

se plaindre

Exemplo:
She always groans about her workload.
Elle se plaint toujours de sa charge de travail.
He groaned about the long meeting.
Il s'est plaint de la longue réunion.
Uso: informalContexto: Used to express dissatisfaction or annoyance verbally.
Observação: This usage implies a more verbal complaint rather than just a sound.

gémissement

Exemplo:
The groan of the old floorboards was unsettling.
Le gémissement des vieilles planches était troublant.
We heard a low groan from the haunted house.
Nous avons entendu un faible gémissement de la maison hantée.
Uso: formal/informalContexto: Used to describe a sound, often in literature or storytelling.
Observação: Can be used metaphorically to describe any low sound that resembles a groan.

Sinônimos de Groan

moan

To moan is to make a long, low sound expressing physical or emotional discomfort.
Exemplo: The injured man let out a low moan of pain.
Observação: Moaning typically implies a more prolonged and continuous sound compared to groaning.

wail

To wail is to make a prolonged high-pitched cry of pain, grief, or anger.
Exemplo: The mourners wailed loudly at the funeral.
Observação: Wailing often conveys a sense of intense emotional distress or sorrow.

lament

To lament is to express grief or regret audibly; to mourn or grieve deeply.
Exemplo: She lamented the loss of her beloved pet with deep sorrow.
Observação: Lamenting is more about expressing sorrow or regret rather than physical discomfort.

whimper

To whimper is to make low, feeble sounds expressive of fear, pain, or unhappiness.
Exemplo: The puppy began to whimper when left alone in the dark.
Observação: Whimpering is often associated with a softer and more plaintive sound compared to groaning.

Expressões e frases comuns de Groan

groan under the weight

To struggle or suffer due to a heavy burden or responsibility.
Exemplo: The economy continues to groan under the weight of high inflation.
Observação: The original word 'groan' refers to a deep, guttural sound expressing pain or discomfort, while this idiom extends the concept to indicate being overwhelmed by a figurative weight.

groan inwardly

To silently express disapproval, annoyance, or disappointment.
Exemplo: She had to groan inwardly at his terrible pun, but she managed to keep a straight face.
Observação: This phrase describes a groan that is not vocalized but felt internally, contrasting with the audible nature of the original word.

groan and moan

To complain or express dissatisfaction excessively.
Exemplo: Stop groaning and moaning about the situation and let's find a solution.
Observação: While 'groan' alone typically refers to a sound of discomfort, combining it with 'moan' in this idiom emphasizes vocalizing discontent or grievances.

groan with pleasure

To express intense satisfaction or enjoyment audibly.
Exemplo: As he took his first bite of the delicious dessert, he couldn't help but groan with pleasure.
Observação: In this phrase, 'groan' is used positively to convey a pleasurable experience, unlike its usual connotation of pain or displeasure.

groan and bear it

To endure a difficult or unpleasant situation without complaining.
Exemplo: I know the situation is tough, but we have to groan and bear it until things improve.
Observação: This idiom combines 'groan' with 'bear it,' emphasizing the idea of silently enduring hardships without vocalizing discontent.

groan out loud

To audibly express disapproval or discomfort.
Exemplo: The joke was so bad that everyone in the room groaned out loud.
Observação: This phrase specifies that the groan is vocalized, distinguishing it from internal groaning and highlighting its impact on others.

groan with pain

To make sounds of discomfort or agony due to physical suffering.
Exemplo: The injured player could be heard groaning with pain on the field.
Observação: While 'groan' alone can encompass various types of discomfort, specifying 'with pain' in this phrase emphasizes the source of the groaning.

groan and sigh

To express disappointment, frustration, or resignation audibly.
Exemplo: She let out a groan and a sigh when she realized she had forgotten her keys.
Observação: Combining 'groan' with 'sigh' in this idiom suggests a dual expression of discomfort and resignation, typically in response to a frustrating situation.

Expressões cotidianas (gíria) de Groan

Groan fest

Refers to a situation or event where there are many groans or complaints.
Exemplo: The movie was a groan fest from start to finish.
Observação: Emphasizes the abundance of groaning in a particular situation.

Groaner

A joke or statement that is so corny or unfunny that it elicits groans from the audience.
Exemplo: That joke was a real groaner, nobody even smiled.
Observação: Describes something that causes groans due to its lack of humor or quality.

Groan zone

Describes a subject or situation that is likely to provoke groans or complaints.
Exemplo: Avoiding any topics related to politics is entering the groan zone at family gatherings.
Observação: Highlights the specific area or topic that is expected to lead to groaning.

Groan-worthy

Describing something that is so bad or cheesy that it prompts groans of disapproval.
Exemplo: The movie was filled with groan-worthy clichés.
Observação: Indicates that the quality of something is so poor that it results in audible groans.

Groan and roll

To express annoyance, disbelief, or exasperation through a groan and a simultaneous eye roll.
Exemplo: I just had to groan and roll my eyes at his excuse for being late again.
Observação: Combines groaning with eye-rolling to convey a more expressive reaction.

Groan - Exemplos

The old man let out a groan as he stood up from his chair.
Le vieil homme a laissé échapper un grognement en se levant de sa chaise.
She let out a groan of frustration when she realized she had lost her keys.
Elle a poussé un grognement de frustration en réalisant qu'elle avait perdu ses clés.
The wounded soldier groaned in pain as the medic tended to his injuries.
Le soldat blessé a grogné de douleur pendant que le médecin s'occupait de ses blessures.

Gramática de Groan

Groan - Nome próprio (Proper noun) / Nome próprio, singular (Proper noun, singular)
Lema: groan
Conjugações
Substantivo, plural (Noun, plural): groans
Substantivo, singular ou massa (Noun, singular or mass): groan
Verbo, tempo passado (Verb, past tense): groaned
Verbo, gerúndio ou particípio presente (Verb, gerund or present participle): groaning
Verbo, terceira pessoa do singular no presente (Verb, 3rd person singular present): groans
Verbo, forma base (Verb, base form): groan
Verbo, presente não na terceira pessoa do singular (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): groan
Sílabas, Separação e Ênfase
groan contém 1 sílabas: groan
Transcrição fonética: ˈgrōn
groan , ˈgrōn (A sílaba vermelha é tônica)

Groan - Importância e frequência de uso

O índice de frequência e importância das palavras indica com que frequência uma palavra aparece em um determinado idioma. Quanto menor o número, mais frequentemente a palavra é usada. As palavras mais frequentemente usadas variam normalmente de 1 a 4000.
groan: 700 - 800 (Extremamente Comum).
Este índice de importância ajuda você a se concentrar nas palavras mais úteis durante o seu processo de aprendizagem de idiomas.
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