klagen

klagen

To complain.

The word 'klagen' is used to denote the act of expressing dissatisfaction or grumbling about the circumstances.

Hij klaagt altijd over het weer.

He always complains about the weather.

Here, 'klagen' specifies formally expressing a grievance or issue to an authority figure.

Ze heeft gisteren geklaagd tegen de manager.

She complained to the manager yesterday.

In this case, 'klagen' shows a collective expression of disapproval directed towards a policy or decision.

In de vergadering klaagden de werknemers over de nieuwe regels.

During the meeting, the employees complained about the new rules.