Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Quibble

What does it mean?

Complain or argue about small things.

Is it positive or negative?

Negative.

When do you use it?

Use it for petty disagreements.

Examples

Example 1: Do you quibble a coffee later

Example 2: We quibble the details tomorrow in the meeting.

Question for you

When would you use "Quibble" in real life?

Are you looking for English speaking practice online?

Quibble is the word for arguing about small details. We can practise polite disagreement in online lessons. A related phrase is quids in. Find out more here.