Gemidos (en. Wailing)

/xeˈmiðos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Audible expression of suffering or groaning.
The moans of the siren announced danger.
Los gemidos de la sirena anunciaban el peligro.
Involuntary sound that expresses emotion, usually of pain or pleasure.
The moans of the wounded were heartbreaking.
Los gemidos del herido eran desgarradores.
verb
To emit a sound of complaint or lament.
The child was groaning after falling.
El niño gemía al caerse.

Etymology

From the Latin 'gemitus', which means 'sigh' or 'complaint'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

moans of pleasure
Sounds emitted during a moment of intense pleasure.
gemidos de placer
moans of pain
Complaints that indicate suffering.
gemidos de dolor

Related Words

groan
Sound produced when complaining.
quejido
sigh
Expulsion of air that expresses an emotion.
suspiro
lament
Expression of pain or sadness.
lamento

Slang Meanings

A groan between a couple during an intimate encounter.
That night, many moans could be heard in the room.
Esa noche se escucharon muchos gemidos en la habitación.