ぐずる

Alternative writings: 愚図る
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1To grumble, fuss, or sulk; to be unsettled or irritable—often used about children or babies who whine or cry persistently.

Group 1 VerbUsually Kana

Examples

赤ちゃんが夜中にぐずって眠れなかった。

The baby fussed all night and I couldn't sleep.

約束が破られて彼はぐずっていた。

He was grumbling because the promise was broken.

雨でピクニックが中止になり、子どもたちがぐずり始めた。

The picnic was canceled due to rain, and the children began to sulk.

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