râler
to grumble / to moan / to complain
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ʁɑ.le/
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Cultural Note
'Râler' is quintessentially French. The Parisian 'râleur' (grumbler) is a cultural archetype. Complaining about bureaucracy, weather, or daily inconveniences is practically a national sport and a form of social bonding.
📝 Example Sentences
Il râle tout le temps, c'est épuisant.
He grumbles all the time, it's exhausting.
Arrête de râler et aide-moi.
Stop grumbling and help me.