noun
die Beschwerde, -n
complaint
Eine Äußerung, mit der man Unzufriedenheit über etwas ausdrückt oder darauf hinweist, dass man etwas als ungerecht empfindet.
The German word "Beschwerde" is a noun meaning "complaint" or "grievance".
- It is derived from the verb "beschweren" (to burden, bother).
- The root "Schwerde" comes from "schwer" meaning "heavy", suggesting a feeling of being burdened.
Similar words:
- Klage (legal complaint or lawsuit)
- Reklamation (claim, especially regarding defective goods or services)
- Mangelmeldung (deficiency report)
Differences:
- Beschwerde is general, usually expressing dissatisfaction or discomfort.
- Klage has a formal legal context.
- Reklamation specifically refers to consumer complaints about products or services.
- Mangelmeldung is technical or administrative, often about faults or deficiencies.
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Examples
Ich möchte gerne eine Beschwerde einreichen.noun
I would like to file a complaint.
Die Beschwerde muss schriftlich eingereicht werden.noun
The complaint must be submitted in writing.
Eine Beschwerde kann persönlich abgegeben werden.noun
A complaint can be submitted in person.
Viele Beschwerden wurden gestern gesammelt.noun
Many complaints were collected yesterday.
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