شکایت en 30 segundos
- Shekayat means 'complaint' and is used for both daily grumbles and legal actions.
- It is usually paired with the verbs 'kardan' (to do) or 'dash-tan' (to have).
- The preposition 'az' is essential when specifying what the complaint is about.
- It has deep roots in Persian literature, often signifying a poetic lament.
The Persian word شکایت (Shekāyat) is a multifaceted noun that primarily translates to 'complaint' in English. It is a word rooted in Arabic but deeply integrated into the Persian lexicon, carrying both everyday and legal connotations. At its simplest level, it describes the act of expressing dissatisfaction, resentment, or pain about a situation, a person, or a service. However, its usage spans a wide spectrum, from a child grumbling about their dinner to a formal legal filing in a high court of law. Understanding this word requires looking at the cultural context of Iranian society, where the expression of grievances can be a nuanced social dance. Iranians might use shekāyat to describe a literal legal action, but it is just as common to hear it in poetic or romantic contexts, where a lover 'complains' to the beloved or to fate about their suffering.
- Everyday Dissatisfaction
- In daily life, when a customer is unhappy with a product, they might say they have a شکایت. It is the standard term for customer service issues.
- Legal Context
- In the judiciary system, شکایت refers to a formal lawsuit or a criminal report filed by a plaintiff (shāki) against a defendant.
همسایه ما همیشه از سر و صدا شکایت میکند.
Our neighbor always complains about the noise.
Furthermore, the word often appears in classical Persian literature. Poets like Rumi or Hafez frequently use the concept of shekāyat to describe the soul's longing for its origin or the lover's grievance against the cruelty of the world. This gives the word a depth that goes beyond mere 'whining.' It can represent a profound existential protest. In modern psychological contexts, it might also refer to 'presenting symptoms' in a medical setting, where a patient describes their 'complaints' to a doctor. The versatility of shekāyat makes it an essential word for any intermediate learner, as it bridges the gap between basic emotional expression and complex legal or literary discourse. Whether you are dealing with a faulty internet connection in Tehran or reading a 13th-century poem, this word will be your constant companion.
Using شکایت (Shekāyat) correctly involves understanding its grammatical partners, primarily the light verbs kardan (to do) and dāshtan (to have). When you want to say 'to complain,' the most common construction is شکایت کردن (shekāyat kardan). This verb usually takes the preposition az (from/about). For example, 'I complain about the weather' becomes 'Man az havā shekāyat mikonam.' This structure is vital because using the wrong preposition can change the meaning or make the sentence sound unnatural. If you are describing a state of having a complaint, you use shekāyat dāshtan, which is slightly more formal and implies a pre-existing grievance ready to be voiced.
او از رفتار رئیسش شکایت داشت.
He had a complaint about his boss's behavior.
- Formal Legal Usage
- In legal documents, you will see tanzim-e shekāyat (drafting a complaint) or erāye-ye shekāyat (submitting a complaint). These are high-register terms used in courtrooms.
Another important aspect is the noun-adjective relationship. When a complaint is 'justified,' it is called shekāyat-e movajjeh. If it is 'baseless,' it is shekāyat-e bi-asās. Learners should also be aware of the word shāki, which is the person who complains (the complainant). In a sentence like 'Shāki az dādgāh khārej shod' (The complainant left the court), the connection to shekāyat is direct. In more poetic or dramatic Persian, you might encounter shekāyat bordan (to take a complaint), often used when taking a grievance to a higher authority or to God. For example, 'Shekāyat be khodā bordam' (I took my complaint to God). This variety of usage patterns ensures that shekāyat is not just a static noun but a dynamic part of the Persian sentence structure that can adapt to various levels of intensity and formality.
You will encounter شکایت in a multitude of real-world scenarios in any Persian-speaking environment. One of the most common places is in the service industry. If you are in a restaurant in Tehran or Mashhad and the service is poor, you might hear a customer say, 'Mikhāham shekāyat konam' (I want to complain). Similarly, on Iranian social media, users often use the hashtag #شکایت to air grievances about internet speeds, rising prices, or social issues. It is a word that resonates with the public's desire for accountability. In the news, shekāyat is a staple word in reports about international relations, legal disputes between companies, or high-profile criminal cases. For instance, 'Irān az Amrikā shekāyat kard' (Iran filed a complaint against the US) is a typical headline in political reporting.
اگر از خدمات ما راضی نیستید، میتوانید شکایت خود را ثبت کنید.
If you are not satisfied with our services, you can register your complaint.
Beyond the formal and the practical, shekāyat is a recurring theme in Persian music and television dramas (series). In many 'pop' or traditional songs, the lyrics revolve around a shekāyat from the 'cruelty of the beloved' (jafā-ye yār). It’s not a legal complaint, but a sentimental one. In TV shows, especially those involving family disputes or legal battles, the word is used to drive the plot forward. You might hear a character shout, 'Miram shekāyat mikonam!' (I'm going to go and file a complaint/sue!) as a threat during an argument. This wide range of exposure—from the dry language of a lawyer to the emotional outpourings of a singer—makes shekāyat a key word for understanding the emotional and social landscape of the Persian-speaking world. It reflects a culture that values the expression of rights, even if those rights are expressed through the lens of poetic suffering or formal litigation.
One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make when using شکایت is using the wrong preposition. In English, we complain 'about' or 'of' something. In Persian, the preposition is almost exclusively az (from). Beginners often try to use darbāre-ye (about), which sounds clunky and unnatural in this context. For example, saying 'Man darbāre-ye ghazā shekāyat dāram' is understandable but technically 'off'; the correct way is 'Man az ghazā shekāyat dāram.' Another common error is confusing shekāyat (the noun) with shekve (a more literary, poetic word for complaining). While they are synonyms, using shekve in a legal or business context would be highly inappropriate and sound quite strange, almost like you are writing a poem to your bank manager.
- Verb Confusion
- Do not confuse 'shekāyat kardan' (to complain) with 'ghele kardan' (to grumble/nag). 'Ghele' is much more informal and usually reserved for friends and family.
Another nuance is the distinction between shekāyat and eterāz (protest/objection). While they overlap, eterāz is more about disagreeing with a decision or a policy, whereas shekāyat is about feeling wronged or harmed. If a student disagrees with a grade, they might eterāz; if they feel the teacher was abusive, they would shekāyat. Mixing these up can lead to misunderstandings regarding the severity of the situation. Lastly, pay attention to the pronunciation of the 'y' sound. It is /she-kā-yat/, not /she-kāt/. Dropping the 'ya' syllable is a common phonetic error for beginners. By avoiding these pitfalls—preposition errors, register mismatches, and confusion with 'eterāz'—you will be able to express your grievances in Persian with the precision and grace of a native speaker.
While شکایت is the most versatile word for 'complaint,' Persian offers a rich palette of alternatives depending on the context and the 'vibe' you want to convey. For instance, گلایه (Gelāye) is a wonderful word that translates closer to 'reproach' or 'gentle complaint.' It is what you use when a friend forgets your birthday; it’s not a legal matter, but a social one. On the other hand, اعتراض (Eterāz) is the word for 'protest' or 'objection.' It is more active and often used in political or administrative contexts. If you are protesting a law, you use eterāz, not shekāyat. Then there is شکوه (Shekve), which is highly literary and often used in poetry to describe a grand, existential lament against fate or the heavens.
- Shekāyat vs. Gelāye
- Shekāyat is formal or serious; Gelāye is informal and relates to personal feelings and expectations between friends.
- Shekāyat vs. Eterāz
- Shekāyat is about being a victim/wronged; Eterāz is about disagreeing with a rule or decision.
من هیچ گلایهای از تو ندارم، فقط کمی دلگیرم.
I have no reproach for you, I'm just a bit sad.
In a legal setting, you might also hear دعوی (Da'vā), which means 'lawsuit' or 'claim.' While shekāyat is the act of complaining, da'vā is the legal case itself. For medical contexts, patients might use ناراحتی (Nārāhati) to describe their physical 'complaints' or discomforts. 'Nārāhati-ye ghalbi' means 'heart complaint/problem.' Understanding these nuances allows you to choose the exact right word for the situation. If you use shekāyat when you should have used gelāye, you might sound too harsh; if you use gelāye in a court of law, you won't be taken seriously. Mastering these distinctions is a hallmark of moving from a B1 to a B2/C1 level in Persian, as it shows you understand the social and formal hierarchies of the language.
How Formal Is It?
Dato curioso
In old Arabic, the root also relates to a small leather bag used for milk; some linguists suggest a metaphorical link between 'opening the bag' and 'opening one's heart' to complain.
Guía de pronunciación
- Pronouncing it as 'she-kāt' (missing the 'ya' sound).
- Using a hard 'a' like 'apple' for the second syllable instead of the long 'ā' as in 'father'.
- Putting stress on the first syllable.
- Mumbling the 't' at the end.
- Confusing the 'sh' sound with 's'.
Nivel de dificultad
Easy to recognize in texts once the root is known.
Requires correct spelling and knowledge of the 'az' preposition.
Commonly used, but needs practice with the 'yat' ending.
Clearly audible in news and daily speech.
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Requisitos previos
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Avanzado
Gramática que debes saber
Compound Verbs with 'Kardan'
شکایت + کردن = شکایت کردن (To complain)
Preposition 'Az'
من از (from/about) ترافیک شکایت دارم.
Arabic Plurals in Persian
شکایت (singular) -> شکایات (plural)
Ezafe Construction
شکایتِ من (My complaint)
Light Verb 'Dashtan' for states
او شکایت داشت (He had a complaint/was in a state of grievance).
Ejemplos por nivel
من شکایت دارم.
I have a complaint.
Simple subject + noun + verb 'have'.
او از غذا شکایت کرد.
He complained about the food.
Use of 'az' (from/about) with shekāyat kardan.
آیا شما شکایت دارید؟
Do you have a complaint?
Question form of shekāyat dāshtan.
ما شکایت نمیکنیم.
We do not complain.
Negative form of the compound verb.
شکایت او زیاد است.
His complaint is a lot (He complains a lot).
Noun used as a subject.
کجا میتوانم شکایت کنم؟
Where can I complain?
Use of modal 'can' with shekāyat.
این یک شکایت است.
This is a complaint.
Demonstrative pronoun + noun + 'is'.
لطفاً شکایت نکنید.
Please do not complain.
Imperative negative form.
همسایه از صدای موسیقی شکایت کرد.
The neighbor complained about the music sound.
Specific object of complaint using 'az'.
من میخواهم یک شکایت بنویسم.
I want to write a complaint.
Infinitive 'to write' with shekāyat.
صندوق شکایت کجاست؟
Where is the complaint box?
Compound noun: Sandugh-e shekāyat.
او همیشه از همه چیز شکایت میکند.
He always complains about everything.
Adverb 'always' with present continuous action.
شکایت شما ثبت شد.
Your complaint was registered.
Passive construction with 'shodan'.
ما از کیفیت این کفش شکایت داریم.
We have a complaint about the quality of these shoes.
Possessive construction 'quality of...'
او به مدیر شکایت برد.
He took a complaint to the manager.
Idiomatic use of 'bordan' (to take).
هیچ کس شکایت نکرد.
No one complained.
Negative pronoun 'hich kas'.
اگر از سرویس راضی نیستید، شکایت کنید.
If you are not satisfied with the service, complain.
Conditional sentence (type 1).
او یک شکایتنامه رسمی برای شرکت فرستاد.
He sent a formal complaint letter to the company.
Compound noun: Shekāyat-nāmeh.
پلیس به شکایت آنها رسیدگی کرد.
The police investigated their complaint.
Verb 'residegi kardan' (to investigate/handle).
شکایت او کاملاً موجه بود.
His complaint was completely justified.
Adjective 'movajjeh' (justified).
بسیاری از مشتریان از قیمتها شکایت دارند.
Many customers have complaints about the prices.
Plural subject with plural verb.
او از درد کمر به دکتر شکایت کرد.
She complained to the doctor about back pain.
Medical context of the word.
نباید بدون دلیل شکایت کنیم.
We should not complain without a reason.
Modal 'should' (nabāyad).
شکایت او باعث تغییر قوانین شد.
Her complaint caused the rules to change.
Noun acting as a cause.
وکیل در حال تنظیم شکایت علیه شرکت است.
The lawyer is drafting a complaint against the company.
Present progressive with 'dar hāl-e'.
شکایتهای بیآساس وقت دادگاه را میگیرد.
Baseless complaints take up the court's time.
Adjective 'bi-asās' (baseless).
او مدعی است که شکایتش نادیده گرفته شده است.
He claims that his complaint has been ignored.
Present perfect passive.
حق شکایت برای همه محفوظ است.
The right to complain is reserved for everyone.
Formal legal phrase 'hagh-e shekāyat'.
او از تبعیض در محل کار شکایت کرد.
He complained about discrimination in the workplace.
Abstract noun 'tab'iz' (discrimination).
پرونده شکایت او به دادگاه تجدیدنظر رفت.
His complaint case went to the appeals court.
Legal terminology 'dādgāh-e tajdid-e nazar'.
آنها از نقض قرارداد شکایت دارند.
They have a complaint about the breach of contract.
Legal term 'naghz-e gharārdād'.
شکایتهای مردمی باعث استعفای شهردار شد.
Public complaints led to the mayor's resignation.
Causal relationship in a formal context.
او در اشعارش از بیوفایی دنیا شکایت میکند.
In his poems, he complains about the world's infidelity.
Literary usage in poetry.
این شکایت جنبه حقوقی دارد و باید بررسی شود.
This complaint has a legal aspect and must be examined.
Phrase 'janbe-ye hoghughi' (legal aspect).
شکایت او از سر ناچاری بود، نه کینهتوزی.
His complaint was out of desperation, not malice.
Contrastive structure 'az sar-e... na...'
دولت باید به شکایات شهروندان گوش فرا دهد.
The government must listen to the citizens' complaints.
Formal verb 'gush farā dādan' (to listen intently).
او شکایت خود را نزد مراجع ذیصلاح برد.
He took his complaint to the competent authorities.
Formal term 'marāje-e zi-salāh'.
شکایت از سرنوشت در ادبیات کلاسیک ما رایج است.
Complaining about fate is common in our classical literature.
Gerund-like use of the noun.
او با وجود شکایتهای بسیار، به کارش ادامه داد.
Despite many complaints, he continued his work.
Prepositional phrase 'bā vojud-e' (despite).
این شکایت صرفاً برای وقتکشی مطرح شده است.
This complaint has been raised merely to waste time.
Adverb 'serfan' (merely) and 'vaght-koshi'.
شکایت او از ساختار قدرت، ریشه در تجربیات تلخ او داشت.
His complaint against the power structure was rooted in his bitter experiences.
Abstract and complex sentence structure.
در نینامه، مولوی از جداییها شکایت میکند.
In the Ney-Nameh, Rumi complains about separations.
Reference to high literature.
شکایت مزبور به دلیل فقدان ادله کافی رد شد.
The aforementioned complaint was rejected due to lack of sufficient evidence.
Highly formal legal Persian.
او شکایت را به مثابه ابزاری برای احقاق حق میبیند.
He sees the complaint as a tool for the realization of rights.
Philosophical/Formal 'be masābe-ye' (as/like).
فلسفه شکایت در عرفان، با شکایتهای دنیوی متفاوت است.
The philosophy of complaint in mysticism differs from worldly complaints.
Thematic comparison.
او با لحنی شکوهآمیز از بیعدالتیهای زمانه شکایت کرد.
With a plaintive tone, he complained about the injustices of the era.
Adjective 'shekve-āmiz' (plaintive).
شکایت علیه این نهاد، تبعات سیاسی گستردهای خواهد داشت.
A complaint against this institution will have extensive political consequences.
Future tense with complex consequences.
او در مقام شاکی، تمام جزئیات واقعه را شرح داد.
In his capacity as the complainant, he described all the details of the incident.
Formal phrase 'dar maghām-e' (in the position of).
Colocaciones comunes
Frases Comunes
— There is no room for complaint (everything is perfect).
غذا عالی بود، جای شکایتی نیست.
— Where should I take my complaint? (Used when feeling helpless).
در این شهر، شکایت به کجا ببرم؟
— To take a complaint to someone (usually an authority).
او شکایتش را نزد پادشاه برد.
— A collective/class action complaint.
کارگران یک شکایت دستهجمعی علیه کارخانه ثبت کردند.
Se confunde a menudo con
Hekāyat means 'story' or 'anecdote'. They sound similar but have completely different meanings.
Hemāyat means 'support'. Be careful not to mix up the 'sh' and 'h' sounds.
Hedāyat means 'guidance'. Only the rhyming ending is the same.
Modismos y expresiones
— To seek justice from God when earthly authorities fail.
مظلوم شکایت به خدا میبرد.
Religious/Poetic— An idiom implying that no matter how much one complains, the listener doesn't care (derived from a poem).
هر چه بگویم فایده ندارد؛ گوش اگر گوش تو و ناله اگر ناله من.
Literary— Someone who patiently listens to everyone's complaints.
مادرم سنگ صبور شکایات تمام فامیل است.
Informal— Self-reproach or internal conflict.
گاهی انسان باید از خودش به خودش شکایت کند.
Philosophical— To stop complaining or to be silenced.
او بالاخره مهر سکوت بر شکایتهایش زد.
Literary— To express a grievance to something that cannot respond (total loneliness).
آنقدر تنها بود که شکایتش را به کوه میگفت.
Poetic— Complaining about the turning of the wheel of fortune.
شاعران از شکایت چرخ فلک بسیار گفتهاند.
Poetic— To take a dispute to an arbiter (often used in sports or metaphors).
بازیکنان شکایت را به داور بردند.
NeutralFácil de confundir
Both involve dissatisfaction.
Eterāz is 'protest' (disagreeing with a rule); Shekayat is 'complaint' (feeling wronged).
او به قیمت اعتراض کرد و از فروشنده شکایت کرد.
Both mean complaining.
Gelaye is soft/personal; Shekayat is serious/formal.
از دوستم گلایه کردم اما از دزد شکایت کردم.
Both express pain.
Nāle is the sound/act of moaning; Shekayat is the verbal expression of the grievance.
بیمار ناله میکرد و از درد شکایت داشت.
Synonyms.
Shekve is for poetry/literature; Shekayat is for daily/legal life.
شاعر از جدایی شکوه میکند.
Both involve disputes.
Da'vā is a fight or a lawsuit; Shekayat is the complaint that might start it.
شکایت او منجر به یک دعوای حقوقی شد.
Patrones de oraciones
من از [Noun] شکایت دارم.
من از غذا شکایت دارم.
[Person] از [Noun] شکایت کرد.
علی از سر و صدا شکایت کرد.
اگر [Condition]، میتوانید شکایت کنید.
اگر راضی نیستید، میتوانید شکایت کنید.
شکایت علیه [Entity] در حال بررسی است.
شکایت علیه بانک در حال بررسی است.
با وجود [Noun]، او از شکایت خود صرفنظر نکرد.
با وجود تهدیدها، او از شکایت خود صرفنظر نکرد.
شکایت به مثابه [Concept] تلقی میشود.
شکایت به مثابه اعتراضی مدنی تلقی میشود.
موضوع شکایت [Noun] است.
موضوع شکایت کیفیت محصول است.
کجا میتوانم از [Noun] شکایت کنم؟
کجا میتوانم از راننده شکایت کنم؟
Familia de palabras
Sustantivos
Verbos
Adjetivos
Relacionado
Cómo usarlo
Extremely common in both spoken and written Persian.
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Man darbāre-ye ghazā shekāyat mikonam.
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Man az ghazā shekāyat mikonam.
Using 'darbāre-ye' (about) is an English-influenced error. Persian uses 'az'.
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Shekāt (Pronunciation)
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Shekāyat
Dropping the 'ya' syllable makes the word unrecognizable or sounding like 'shekat' (defeat).
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Using shekāyat for every disagreement.
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Use eterāz for rules/decisions.
Shekāyat implies you are a victim of a wrong; eterāz implies you disagree.
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Shekāyat sāktan (Making a complaint)
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Shekāyat kardan / Tanzim-e shekāyat
Persian doesn't 'make' complaints with the verb 'sākhtan'.
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Confusing shāki with shekāyat.
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Shāki is the person; shekāyat is the act.
Don't say 'I am a shekāyat'; say 'I have a shekāyat' or 'I am the shāki'.
Consejos
Master the Preposition
Always remember that Persian 'complains FROM' something, not 'about' it. Use 'az'.
Poetic Complaints
If you read Persian poetry, look for 'shekayat'. It’s often about the soul's journey.
Official Use
In Iran, if you need to go to the police, you say 'Mikhāham shekāyat konam'.
Softening the Blow
With friends, use 'gelāye' to avoid sounding like you are filing a lawsuit against them.
Word Family
Learn 'shāki' alongside 'shekāyat' to understand news reports about trials.
Pronunciation
Make sure to pronounce the 'y' clearly; it's three syllables: she-kā-yat.
Formal Letters
Start a complaint letter with 'Ba salām, be estahlā'e mi-resānam ke...' then state your shekāyat.
TV Dramas
Watch Iranian soaps; 'shekāyat' is a very common plot point in family disputes.
Arabic Roots
Knowing the root 'sh-k-y' helps you recognize related words in other Islamic languages.
CEFR B1
At this level, focus on using 'shekāyat' to describe service issues in a restaurant or shop.
Memorízalo
Mnemotecnia
Think of a 'Shake-at'. When you are unhappy, you 'shake' your fist 'at' someone while making a 'Shekayat'.
Asociación visual
Imagine a formal letter with a big red '!' on it sitting in a wooden box labeled 'Sandugh-e Shekayat'.
Word Web
Desafío
Try to write three things you would complain about (shekayat kardan) if you were at a bad hotel, using the word in each sentence.
Origen de la palabra
Borrowed from the Arabic root 'sh-k-y' (ش ك ي), which relates to complaining, suffering, or showing pain. It entered Persian early in the Islamic period and became a core part of the language.
Significado original: To complain, to lament, or to show one's grief.
Semitic (root) / Indo-European (Persian context).Contexto cultural
Be careful when using 'shekayat' with elders; it can sometimes sound disrespectful if not phrased formally. Use 'gelāye' for softer social grievances.
In English, 'complaint' is often associated with customer service. In Persian, it has a much stronger legal and poetic weight.
Practica en la vida real
Contextos reales
At a Restaurant
- غذا سرد است، شکایت دارم.
- میخواهم با مدیر صحبت کنم و شکایت کنم.
- سرویسدهی ضعیف است.
- این شکایت را جدی بگیرید.
In Court
- شکایت خود را ثبت کردم.
- وکیل من شکایتنامه را نوشت.
- شاکی در دادگاه حاضر شد.
- شکایت علیه شرکت است.
With Neighbors
- از سر و صدای شما شکایت دارم.
- همسایهها شکایت میکنند.
- لطفاً رعایت کنید تا شکایت نکنم.
- شکایت به مدیر ساختمان.
Customer Service
- فرم شکایت کجاست؟
- چگونه میتوانم شکایت کنم؟
- شماره پیگیری شکایت من چند است؟
- شکایت من به نتیجه نرسید.
Personal Relationships
- من هیچ شکایتی از تو ندارم.
- چرا همیشه شکایت میکنی؟
- این فقط یک گلایه است، نه شکایت.
- شکایتهای تو خستهکننده است.
Inicios de conversación
"آیا تا به حال از شرکتی شکایت کردهاید؟ (Have you ever complained about a company?)"
"به نظر شما بهترین راه برای ثبت شکایت چیست؟ (What is the best way to register a complaint?)"
"در کشور شما، مردم بیشتر از چه چیزی شکایت میکنند؟ (In your country, what do people complain about most?)"
"آیا از همسایههای خود شکایتی دارید؟ (Do you have any complaints about your neighbors?)"
"وقتی از خدماتی راضی نیستید، شکایت میکنید یا سکوت؟ (When unsatisfied with a service, do you complain or stay silent?)"
Temas para diario
امروز از چه چیزی شکایت داشتید؟ بنویسید. (What did you have a complaint about today? Write it.)
یک نامه شکایت فرضی به یک هتل بنویسید. (Write an imaginary complaint letter to a hotel.)
تفاوت بین شکایت و اعتراض را از نظر خودتان توضیح دهید. (Explain the difference between complaint and protest in your view.)
آیا شکایت کردن میتواند باعث بهبود جامعه شود؟ (Can complaining lead to the improvement of society?)
در مورد زمانی بنویسید که کسی از شما شکایت کرد. (Write about a time someone complained about you.)
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNo. While it is the word for a legal complaint, it is used daily for any kind of dissatisfaction, like complaining about the weather or food.
'Shekayat kardan' is the action of voicing the complaint, while 'shekayat dashtan' describes the state of having a grievance.
Yes, it is of Arabic origin (root sh-k-y), but it is fully integrated into Persian and used in all registers.
It is 'sandugh-e shekayat' (صندوق شکایت) or 'sandugh-e shekayat-ha' (صندوق شکایات).
It's better to use 'eterāz' (اعتراض) for protests against rules or political decisions.
In a formal or legal context, they are called 'shāki' (شاکی).
Yes, very often. It refers to the lover's complaint about the beloved's cruelty or the soul's complaint about the world.
The preposition 'az' (از) is almost always used to indicate what you are complaining about.
You can say 'Man hich shekayati nadaram' (من هیچ شکایتی ندارم).
It is a neutral word that can be used in both very formal (legal) and informal (daily) contexts.
Ponte a prueba 185 preguntas
Write a sentence using 'شکایت کردن' and 'غذا'.
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Write a sentence about a neighbor and noise using 'شکایت'.
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Write a formal sentence: 'I want to register a complaint.'
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Translate: 'He has no complaints about his life.'
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Use 'شکایتنامه' in a sentence about a company.
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Write a sentence with 'شاکی' in a court context.
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Translate: 'The complaint was baseless.'
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Write a sentence using 'گلایه' instead of 'شکایت'.
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Translate: 'Where is the complaint box?'
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Use 'شکایت بردن' in a poetic or formal sentence.
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Write a sentence about a doctor and a complaint.
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Translate: 'The right to complain is for everyone.'
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Use 'رسیدگی کردن' and 'شکایت' in one sentence.
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Write a sentence with 'شکایت از روزگار'.
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Translate: 'I don't like to complain.'
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Use 'بیدلیل' and 'شکایت' in a sentence.
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Translate: 'Your complaint was registered successfully.'
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Write a sentence with 'شکوهآمیز'.
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Translate: 'There is no room for complaint.'
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Use 'شکایت علیه' in a sentence about a bank.
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Say 'I have a complaint' in Persian.
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Say 'I want to complain about the food' in Persian.
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Ask 'Where is the complaint box?' in Persian.
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Tell your neighbor: 'I am complaining about the noise.'
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Say 'The lawyer is writing the complaint' in Persian.
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Say 'I have no complaints' in Persian.
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Say 'Please register my complaint' in Persian.
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Say 'He always complains' in Persian.
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Say 'This is a formal complaint' in Persian.
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Ask 'What is the subject of the complaint?'
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Say 'He complained to the manager' in Persian.
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Say 'I complain about the price' in Persian.
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Say 'Is your complaint justified?' in Persian.
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Say 'I have a complaint against the company' in Persian.
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Say 'Don't complain so much!' in Persian.
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Say 'He took the complaint to court' in Persian.
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Say 'I am the complainant' in Persian.
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Say 'There is no room for complaint' in Persian.
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Say 'He complained about the pain' in Persian.
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Say 'The police investigated the complaint' in Persian.
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Listen and identify the word: 'شکایت'.
Listen to the sentence: 'من از ترافیک شکایت دارم.' What is the complaint about?
Listen: 'شکایت شما ثبت شد.' What happened to the complaint?
Listen: 'او شاکی است.' Who is he?
Listen: 'صندوق شکایات کجاست؟' What is the person looking for?
Listen: 'شکایت بیآساس بود.' Was the complaint valid?
Listen: 'از چی شکایت داری؟' What is the question?
Listen: 'او به مدیر شکایت برد.' To whom did he take the complaint?
Listen: 'شکایتنامه را امضا کن.' What should be signed?
Listen: 'جای شکایتی نیست.' Is the speaker happy?
Listen: 'شکایت علیه بانک.' Who is the complaint against?
Listen: 'او از درد شکایت میکند.' What is the context?
Listen: 'رسیدگی به شکایات.' What is being done?
Listen: 'او همیشه شاکی است.' What is his personality like?
Listen: 'شکایت شاعر از دنیا.' What is the context?
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Summary
The word 'شکایت' (Shekāyat) is the standard Persian term for 'complaint.' Whether you are unhappy with a cold meal ('Az ghazā shekāyat dāram') or filing a lawsuit ('Shekāyat-e hoghughi'), this word is your primary tool for expressing dissatisfaction. Always remember to use the preposition 'az' to link the complaint to its source.
- Shekayat means 'complaint' and is used for both daily grumbles and legal actions.
- It is usually paired with the verbs 'kardan' (to do) or 'dash-tan' (to have).
- The preposition 'az' is essential when specifying what the complaint is about.
- It has deep roots in Persian literature, often signifying a poetic lament.
Master the Preposition
Always remember that Persian 'complains FROM' something, not 'about' it. Use 'az'.
Poetic Complaints
If you read Persian poetry, look for 'shekayat'. It’s often about the soul's journey.
Official Use
In Iran, if you need to go to the police, you say 'Mikhāham shekāyat konam'.
Softening the Blow
With friends, use 'gelāye' to avoid sounding like you are filing a lawsuit against them.
Ejemplo
او از خدمات مشتری شکایت داشت.
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