gemendo
The English word "moaning" is translated into Portuguese as gemendo.
gemendo is used to describe the utterance of a moan. This includes sounds made due to physical pain, emotional distress or even the sound of the wind.
Meaning: the utterance of a moan (noun)
Did you know?
- The verb root of gemer can also be used in a musical context to describe a person singing with a very heavy, soulful, or slightly mournful tone.
- A person who is 'moaning' or 'whining' about a trivial problem in a social setting might be described as choramingando, which comes from the word for 'crying'.
- In certain religious contexts in Brazil, the 'moaning' of the Spirit is referred to as gemidos inexprimíveis, reflecting a biblical concept of prayers that cannot be put into words.
Examples in context
- Tom estava gemendo de dor.Tom was moaning in pain.This example shows how to use gemendo to describe someone in physical pain.Tatoeba #5098457 by bill, translation #2958564 by CK
- O vento vagueava pela casa, gemendo qual alma penada.The wind wandered moaning round the house like a lost soul.This example shows how to use gemendo to describe the sound of the wind.Tatoeba #5475385 by carlosalberto, translation #5420575 by Hybrid
- O paciente soltou um grunhido ao sentir dorThe patient let out a moan of pain
- Ele soltou um gemido alto de prazer ao comer o chocolateHe let out a loud moan of pleasure while eating the chocolate
- O funcionário resmungou quando recebeu mais uma tarefaThe employee moaned when he received one more task
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Example conversation
Camila is checking on Felipe, who is lying on the sofa feeling sick.
- CamilaFelipe, você está bem? Ouvi você gemendo agora pouco.Felipe, are you okay? I heard you moaning a little while ago.
- FelipeEstou com muita dor de cabeça, Camila.I have a terrible headache, Camila.
- CamilaQuer que eu pegue um remédio para você?Do you want me to get some medicine for you?
- FelipeSim, por favor, eu agradeço.Yes, please, I would appreciate it.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
