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gruñido means grunt — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 20, 2025

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gruñido

noun • /[gru-NYI-do]/

grunt

Example:

Un gruñido salió de su garganta.

A grunt came from his throat.

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🧠 What does gruñido mean?

Gruñido is a Spanish noun that means "grunt." It refers to a low, guttural sound, typically made by an animal (like a pig or a bear) or sometimes by a person expressing displeasure, effort, or pain. Think of the sound a weightlifter might make when lifting something heavy, or the grumbling sound of a stomach.

📚 Extra examples

  • El oso emitió un gruñido profundo antes de atacar.
    The bear let out a deep grunt before attacking.
  • Escuché un gruñido de dolor proveniente de la habitación de al lado.
    I heard a grunt of pain coming from the next room.
  • Mi estómago hizo un gruñido, indicando que tenía hambre.
    My stomach made a grunting sound, indicating I was hungry.
  • Levantó la caja pesada con un gruñido de esfuerzo.
    He lifted the heavy box with a grunt of effort.
  • Respondió a mi pregunta con un gruñido de desaprobación.
    He responded to my question with a grunt of disapproval.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'grunt' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'grunt' is 'gruñido'.
How do you pronounce 'gruñido' in Spanish?
It's pronounced groo-NYEE-doh. The ñ makes a 'ny' sound, like in 'canyon'.
How do you use 'gruñido' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'El perro soltó un gruñido' (The dog let out a grunt), or 'El hombre levantó la pesa con un gruñido' (The man lifted the weight with a grunt).
What is the English translation of 'gruñido'?
The English translation of 'gruñido' is 'grunt'.
Does 'gruñido' change for gender or number?
No, 'gruñido' doesn't have a separate feminine form. For plurals, you simply change it to 'gruñidos'.
Is 'gruñido' common in everyday Spanish?
While it's not an extremely frequent word, 'gruñido' is understood and used in everyday conversation to describe the sound.
Does 'gruñido' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. 'Gruñido' is pretty straightforward in its meaning.
Is 'gruñido' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the meaning and usage of 'gruñido' are consistent across both Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "gruñido"

Synonyms: quejido, gemido, murmullo

💡 Did You Know?

The verb form of 'gruñido' is 'gruñir,' which means 'to grunt.'

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