English–German
“complain about” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/bəˈmɛŋl̩n/
Example
Er bemängelt oft das Essen im Restaurant.
He often complains about the food at the restaurant.
How to say “complain about” in German
“Complain about” in German is bemängeln.
A person points to a specific flaw in a meal or other object while voicing criticism.
Example sentences with bemängeln
Anwohner bemängeln den unzureichenden Lärmschutz.
Local residents complain about the inadequate noise protection.
Tips for using bemängeln
- Bemängeln takes a direct accusative object, as in "Er bemängelt das Essen", rather than a preposition such as English "complain about" often uses.
Other German words for “complain about”
Viele Kunden beanstandeten den Service.
Many customers complained about the service.