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How to pronounce “groan

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Pronunciation guide for groan

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of groan with real speech in context.
Available examples
8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
Why You Should Talk About Your Anxiety at Workcurl up into a ball and groan.
Definition summary
A low, mournful sound uttered in pain or grief.

Example 1 of 8

How to pronounce groan

Why You Should Talk About Your Anxiety at Work

curl up into a ball and groan.

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “groan

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • A low, mournful sound uttered in pain or grief.
  • A low, guttural sound uttered in frustration, disapproval, or ecstasy.
  • (of an object) A low creaking sound from applied pressure or weight.
  • [Verb]
  • To make a groan.
  • (figurative) To seemingly creak under the strain of being heavily laden.
  • (obsolete) To strive after earnestly, as if with groans.

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