
What are common phrases for complaints in German conversations
Common German phrases used for complaints in conversations include expressions of dissatisfaction, annoyance, or frustration that can range from polite remarks to more direct statements. Examples of common complaint phrases are:
- „Ich habe ein Problem mit…“ (I have a problem with…)
- „Das ist nicht akzeptabel.“ (That is not acceptable.)
- „Ich bin unzufrieden mit…“ (I am dissatisfied with…)
- „Das gefällt mir nicht.“ (I don’t like that.)
- „Es ist ärgerlich, dass…“ (It is annoying that…)
- „Ich finde das nicht gut.“ (I don’t think that’s good.)
- „Warum funktioniert das nicht?“ (Why is this not working?)
- „Das ist nicht in Ordnung.“ (That is not okay.)
- „Ich erwarte mehr.“ (I expect more.)
- „Das ist enttäuschend.“ (That is disappointing.)
These phrases are often used in everyday conversations to express complaints politely or firmly depending on the context. 3, 4
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