Gary Lineker

We are living in difficult times. There are a lot of people out of work - am I going to stand there and whinge? No, because I am lucky to have such a wonderful job.

English Footballer

Dominic Holland

All kids should vote - it gives them the opportunity to whinge afterwards because you can't complain if you haven't voted.

English Comedian

Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall

We were brought up in a very happy family and I can't whinge about my childhood because it was idyllic.

British Royalty

Whinge is used for complaining in a tiresome way and is usually seen as negative.

Always Negative

Use 'whinge' in casual conversations, not in formal writing or speeches.

Informal Speech

People may whinge about trivial issues, exaggerating their displeasure.

Often Exaggerated

A 'whinge' implies that the complaint is seen as annoying or unjustified.

Negative Activity

Use the noun form of 'whinge' in casual conversation or among friends.

Informal Context

'Whinge' often reflects personal discontent, rather than a serious complaint.