Complain
Verb
UK
/kəmˈpleɪn/
US
/kəmˈpleɪn/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
To say you are unhappy about something.
Example
"They complained loudly about bad service."
"Many passengers complained about the long delay of the train at the station."
"He complained to his teacher about the unfair marks, hoping she would check his work again."
Explanation
To complain means to say that you are unhappy, upset, or annoyed about something. People complain when they think something is unfair, wrong, or not good enough. For example, you might complain about bad food at a restaurant or slow service. Complaining can be spoken or written. Sometimes, complaining helps to fix problems because it makes others aware of them. However, if someone complains too often without reason, it can sound negative.