Meaning of the word bellyache in English

What does bellyache mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bellyache

US /ˈbel.i.eɪk/
UK /ˈbel.i.eɪk/

Noun

1.

pain in the stomach or abdomen

Example:
The child complained of a severe bellyache after eating too much candy.
I've got a terrible bellyache.
2.

a complaint, especially one that is trivial or made frequently

Example:
He's always got some kind of bellyache about his job.
Stop your constant bellyaching and just get on with it!

Verb

complain, especially about something trivial

Example:
He's always bellyaching about the food.
There's no point in bellyaching now; it's too late to change anything.