B2
cranky vs grumpy
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| crankyadjective/ˈkræŋ.ki/ | Meaning easily annoyed and in a bad mood, often because you are tired or hungry (mainly American) | Goes with get cranky | Example The baby gets cranky if she misses her afternoon nap. |
| grumpyadjective/ˈɡrʌm.pi/ | Meaning in a bad mood and easily annoyed, often complaining | Goes with grumpy old man | Example The grumpy old man next door yells at kids who play outside. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Don't talk to me before my coffee, I'm always in the morning.