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    Gruñido (en. Snarl)

    gruˈniðo

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Characteristic sound of some animals, especially pigs.
    The grunt of the pig could be heard from the farm.
    El gruñido del cerdo se escuchaba desde la granja.
    Expression of displeasure or discomfort.
    His grunt upon hearing the news made his disapproval clear.
    Su gruñido al escuchar la noticia dejó en claro su desaprobación.
    Low and guttural roar or sound.
    The grunt of the lion resonated in the jungle.
    El gruñido del león resonó en la selva.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'grunt', which means to make a rough sound.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a grunt
    To emit a rough sound as a sign of displeasure or discomfort.
    hacer un gruñido
    grunt of disdain
    Sound that indicates disdain towards something.
    gruñido de desprecio
    grunt of pain
    Sound emitted by an animal or person in response to physical suffering.
    gruñido de dolor

    Related Words

    grunt
    To produce a rough or guttural sound.
    grunir
    grunting
    Synonym of grunt, used in other contexts.
    gruñir
    roar
    A loud and deep sound made by certain animals, such as lions.
    rugido

    Slang Meanings

    Sound that indicates discontent in a colloquial context.
    When I asked him if he was happy, he just replied with a grunt.
    Cuando le pregunté si estaba feliz, solo me respondió con un gruñido.
    Disdainful reaction to a situation.
    That comment only drew a grunt of disapproval from me.
    Ese comentario solo me saco un gruñido de desaprobación.