المعنى
To state formally that you are unhappy or dissatisfied about something.
خلفية ثقافية
Complaining is seen as a way to improve service. It is expected that businesses will respond quickly. Complaints are often phrased with extreme politeness to avoid direct confrontation. Direct complaints are rare and often avoided to maintain harmony (wa). Complaints are expected to be factual and direct, focusing on the specific failure.
Use 'Formal'
Always pair 'make a complaint' with formal language to sound professional.
Don't 'do' a complaint
Remember: you make a complaint, you don't do one.
المعنى
To state formally that you are unhappy or dissatisfied about something.
Use 'Formal'
Always pair 'make a complaint' with formal language to sound professional.
Don't 'do' a complaint
Remember: you make a complaint, you don't do one.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
I would like to _____ a complaint about the delay.
The correct collocation is 'make a complaint'.
Which sentence is more formal?
Choose the most appropriate sentence for a business email.
The second option uses formal vocabulary and the correct collocation.
🎉 النتيجة: /2
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
2 تمارينI would like to _____ a complaint about the delay.
The correct collocation is 'make a complaint'.
Choose the most appropriate sentence for a business email.
The second option uses formal vocabulary and the correct collocation.
🎉 النتيجة: /2
الأسئلة الشائعة
2 أسئلةYes, that is also correct and very common.
Yes, it is almost exclusively used in professional or formal contexts.
عبارات ذات صلة
File a complaint
synonymTo submit a formal complaint.
Lodge a complaint
synonymTo formally register a complaint.
Voice a concern
similarTo express a worry.
Register a grievance
specialized formTo formally report a workplace issue.