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Bellyaches Meaning in English

word · lemma: bellyache

ˈbɛɫiˌeɪk
BEL-ee-aykz
bˈɛlɪˌeɪk
BEL-ee-ayks

Definition

"Bellyaches" can mean pains in the stomach or, informally, complaints or constant whining about something.

Usage & Nuances

"Bellyaches" is informal, especially when used to mean 'complaints'. The literal sense refers to stomach pain, but native speakers often say someone 'bellyaches' if they complain a lot. As a noun: 'He has bellyaches.' As a verb: 'Stop bellyaching.' Don't use it in formal settings.

Example Sentences

My little brother often gets bellyaches after eating too much candy.

basic

Sometimes children pretend to have bellyaches to skip school.

basic

He gets bellyaches if he eats spicy food.

basic

Stop your bellyaches and help us clean up!

natural

The meeting was just a bunch of bellyaches about the new rules.

natural

All you ever do is give me your bellyaches.

natural