What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nag
Example
My mom always nags me to clean my room. [nag: verb]
Example
He's such a nag, always complaining about everything. [nag: noun]
whine
Example
The dog whined at the door until we let him out. [whined: verb]
Example
Stop your whining and just do your homework. [whining: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Nag is more commonly used than whine in everyday language. Nag is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while whine is less common and often associated with children or animals.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between nag and whine?
Both nag and whine are informal words, but nag can be used in more formal contexts when referring to persistent and annoying requests or reminders.
