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whine vs whines

Both 'whine' and 'whines' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Whine' is the base form of the verb, used for general statements or commands. 'Whines' is the third person singular form of the verb, used when referring to he, she, or it.

Last updated: March 25, 2024

whine

Correct. 'Whine' is the base form of the verb, used for general statements or commands.

Use 'whine' when making general statements or commands. For example, 'Stop whining about the situation.'

Examples:

  • She always whines about her workload.
  • Don't whine, just get the job done.
  • I can't stand his constant whining.
  • Stop whining and start working.
  • Why do you always whine about everything?

Alternatives:

  • complain
  • moan
  • grumble
  • whinge
  • bemoan

whines

Correct. 'Whines' is the third person singular form of the verb, used when referring to he, she, or it.

Use 'whines' when referring to the third person singular (he, she, it). For example, 'She always whines about her workload.'

Examples:

  • He always whines about his problems.
  • She whines whenever things don't go her way.
  • The dog whines when it's hungry.
  • The child whines for a toy at the store.
  • The engine whines when it's under stress.

Alternatives:

  • complains
  • moans
  • grumbles
  • whinges
  • bemoans

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