complaint
/kəmˈpleɪnt/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #2656 in the learning path
抱怨；投诉
Definitions
n. a statement that something is wrong or unsatisfactory
抱怨；投诉
n. an illness or physical problem
疾病；不适
Example
She made a complaint about the cold soup.
她投诉汤是凉的。
Local authorities should investigate residents' complaints about noise before approving new entertainment venues in residential areas.
地方政府在批准住宅区内的新娱乐场所前，应调查居民关于噪声的投诉。
Collocations
- make a complaint
- a formal complaint
- handle complaints
- a common complaint
Word family
- complain (v.)
- complainant (n.)
Synonyms
- grievance
Usage tip
complaint是名词，complain是动词；投诉某事用about。
FAQ
- What does complaint mean?
- a statement that something is wrong or unsatisfactory an illness or physical problem
- How is complaint pronounced?
- UK /kəmˈpleɪnt/, US /kəmˈpleɪnt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
