Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English

Chunter

What does it mean?

Chunter means to grumble, mutter, or complain quietly, often under your breath.

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Native UK character with a collection of useful English phrases

Is it positive or negative?

Negative. It suggests someone is annoyed but not saying it directly.

When do you use it?

Use it when someone is moaning softly about something, like delays or bad service.

Examples

Example 1: He was chuntering about the queue the whole time.

Example 2: She chuntered to herself when the train got cancelled.

NOW MAKE IT YOURS

Question for you

What makes you chunter when you are out in public?

Try saying your answer aloud, using the expression.

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