Best Phrases to Politely Complain in English
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- It’s probably not your fault but… (this is a good way to introduce your complaint without blaming the person you are speaking to)
- I’m afraid there has been a misunderstanding… (this one is used when you want to tell the other person that he/she has made a mistake e.g. I’m afraid there has been a misunderstanding but I reserved a table by the window)
- Sorry to bother/trouble you, but… (use this English phrase if the complaint is not very serious)
- Sorry, but this is unacceptable… (this expression clearly indicates that you are not happy at all about something)
- Let’s make a toast / Let’s cheers to… (this is when you want to celebrate a person or event or an idea) e.g. Let’s toast to your good health this year.
- Excuse me but there is a problem…
- I want to complain about…
- This sucks.. (informal)
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