rezongar means to grumble — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.
📅 Published: October 8, 2025
rezongar
verb • /[re-zon-GAR]/
to grumble
Example:
Rezonga si no le ponen azúcar.
He grumbles if there's no sugar.
🧠 What does rezongar mean?
Rezongar means to grumble or mutter complaints under your breath in a low, somewhat grumpy way. It implies a mild, often humorous form of discontent, not a serious outburst of anger. Think of that little hum of disapproval you make when something slightly annoys you, like waiting in a long line or having to do a chore you dislike – that’s the essence of rezongar.
📚 Extra examples
- Mi abuelo siempre rezonga cuando tiene que levantarse temprano.
My grandfather always grumbles when he has to get up early. - Estuve rezongando toda la tarde porque tenía mucha hambre.
I was grumbling all afternoon because I was very hungry. - Ella rezongó algo sobre el mal tiempo y se fue.
She grumbled something about the bad weather and left. - No te quedes ahí rezongando, ¡ven a ayudarnos!
Don't just stand there grumbling, come and help us!
💡 Did You Know?
The sound of 'rezongar' itself almost mimics the act of grumbling – a low, rumbling sound of discontent.
🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "rezongar"
Synonyms: quejarse, refunfuñar, murmurar
Opposites: alabar, elogiar, celebrar
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