French translation of querulous is 
grincheuse

Meaning of "querulous" in English

"Querulous" is an adjective used to describe someone or something that is habitually complaining or inclined to find fault. It portrays a tone or demeanor that is often whining or peevish, particularly over trivial matters. This term suggests a discontented and grumbling attitude, where an individual may express dissatisfaction repeatedly. It often carries a negative connotation, painting a picture of someone not easily satisfied and persistently expressing complaints or grievances.

Meaning of "grincheuse" in French

The French term "grincheuse" is used to describe someone who is easily annoyed, irritable, or habitually in a bad mood, often ascribing to a personality that tends to be easily upset or difficult to please. This feminine adjective portrays a person who tends to gripe or sulk, especially when things do not go their way. Both terms share the essence of being testy or crabby, highlighting frequent annoyance or impatience over little things.

Pronunciation of "querulous" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈkwɛrələs/ or /ˈkwɪrələs/

There are minor dialectical variations in the pronunciation of "querulous," mainly between American and British English. In general, the first syllable may sound like "kwair" or "kwir," but the pronunciation remains largely consistent across English-speaking regions.

Pronunciation of "grincheuse" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /ɡʁɛ̃.ʃøz/

The pronunciation of "grincheuse" does not vary significantly between different regions in French-speaking countries. The nasality of the first syllable is a key characteristic due to the "in" sound, typical in French pronunciation.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The querulous customer complained about everything. (Le client grincheux s'est plaint de tout.)
2. Her querulous nature made her unpopular in the office. (Sa nature grincheuse la rendait impopulaire au bureau.)
3. He grew more querulous as the workshop went on. (Il devenait plus grincheux à mesure que l'atelier avançait.)
4. The child was querulous after missing his nap. (L'enfant était grincheux après avoir manqué sa sieste.)
5. Her querulous voice filled the room. (Sa voix grincheuse remplissait la pièce.)
6. The querulous tone of the letter was unmistakable. (Le ton grincheux de la lettre était indéniable.)
7. Tired of his querulous demeanor, she walked away. (Fatiguée de son comportement grincheux, elle s'est éloignée.)
8. Despite his querulous behavior, he was well-loved. (Malgré son comportement grincheux, il était bien-aimé.)
9. The querulous old man would not stop complaining. (Le vieil homme grincheux n'arrêtait pas de se plaindre.)
10. She was characterized by her querulous observations. (Elle était caractérisée par ses observations grincheuses.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "querulous" in English

Synonyms: complaining, fretful, petulant, whining, grumbling, peevish, irritable, testy, cantankerous, whiny.

Antonyms: cheerful, content, satisfied, happy, agreeable, pleasant, amiable, easygoing, jolly, pleased.

Similar Words: moody, sulky, grouchy, snappy, touchy, churlish, cross, upset, displeased, sour.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "grincheuse" in French

Synonyms: bougonne, maussade, râleuse, chagrine, boudeuse, renfrognée, grognonne, irritable, revêche, hargneuse.

Antonyms: heureuse, joyeuse, contente, aimable, agréable, satisfaisante, amicale, sympathique, enjouée, calme.

Similar Words: morose, crispée, tendue, contrariée, acariâtre, atrabilaire, renfrognée, têtue, grognon, exaspérée.

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