godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
complain of itching; feel itchy; be bothered by an itch
Describes someone showing signs of itchiness, such as scratching or complaining. Often used when the person's discomfort is visible to others.
蚊に刺されたところを痒がって、ずっと掻いている。
He's been scratching the mosquito bite, complaining about how itchy it is.
子供が背中を痒
The child was complaining of an itchy back, so I took a look.