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    Gemir (en. Moan)

    /xeˈmiɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To produce a sound that denotes pain or suffering.
    The wounded man began to groan in pain.
    El herido comenzó a gemir de dolor.
    To emit soft sounds, often linked to pleasure.
    She couldn't help but moan with happiness upon receiving the news.
    Ella no pudo evitar gemir de felicidad al recibir la noticia.
    To produce a melancholic moan or lament.
    The wind made the windows of the house groan.
    El viento hacía gemir las ventanas de la casa.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'gemere', which means 'to sigh' or 'to complain'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to grunt like a pig
    To complain or cry excessively.
    gemir como un cerdo
    to moan in silence
    To complain without making noise, suffering in private.
    gemir en silencio

    Related Words

    groan
    Sound produced while groaning, usually expressing pain or pleasure.
    gemido
    complaint
    Expression of discontent or pain.
    queja
    lament
    Expression of sadness or deep pain.
    lamento

    Slang Meanings

    To moan with pleasure in an intimate context.
    In bed, she couldn't help but moan with pleasure.
    En la cama, ella no pudo evitar gemir de placer.
    To complain in an exaggerated manner.
    Don't be so dramatic, you're just whining.
    No seas tan dramático, solo estás gimiendo.