Переносное значение «жаловаться, ныть» — разговорное.
whineUsed for animals, people complaining, and a high-pitched sound made by the wind. Собака начала скулить, когда осталась одна дома.
The dog began to whine when it was left alone at home.
whimperUsed of soft, plaintive sounds, especially from children or animals; also weak complaining. Ребёнок начал скулить, когда ему не купили игрушку.
The child began to whimper when he didn't get a toy.
snivelPejorative; used for annoying, weak whining or complaining. whingeBritish English; means to complain in an irritating, whining way.