What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
groaning
Example
The injured player was groaning in pain on the field. [groaning: verb]
Example
The old wooden floorboards were groaning under the weight of the heavy furniture. [groaning: present participle]
moaning
Example
The sick child was moaning softly in her sleep. [moaning: present participle]
Example
The couple could hear their neighbors moaning through the thin walls. [moaning: present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Moaning is more commonly used than groaning in everyday language. Moaning is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while groaning is less common and refers to specific situations.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between groaning and moaning?
Both groaning and moaning are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
