verb
grunzen
grunt
Ein tiefes, kurzes Geräusch, das ein Schwein macht oder das wie so ein Laut klingt.
The German word "grunzen" is a verb meaning "to grunt" or "to oink". It describes a low, rough sound typically made by pigs or sometimes by people as a noise of discontent or effort.
- Root word: "grunz-" refers to the sound itself, similar to the English "grunt".
Similar words:
- "snaufen" – to snort, often through the nose
- "brummen" – to hum, to growl
- "murren" – to grumble, complain quietly
Differences:
- "Grunzen" specifically denotes short, deep, guttural sounds like those pigs make.
- "Snaufen" is breathing/snorting noise, often heavier or louder.
- "Brummen" involves a continuous humming or low growl, different from a short grunt.
- "Murren" focuses on the expression of dissatisfaction audibly but subtly, more verbal than animal sounds.
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Examples
Die Schweine grunzen im Stall.verb
The pigs grunt in the stall.
Abends hört man oft die Schweine grunzen.verb
In the evening, one often hears the pigs grunting.
Nachts kann man die Wildschweine grunzen hören.verb
At night you can hear the wild boars grunt.
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