How to Pronounce "complain to"
expression
kəmˈpɫeɪn/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
kuhm-PLAYN-too, kuhm-PLAYN-tuh, kuhm-PLAYN-tih
kəmplˈeɪn/ /tˈuː
kuhm-PLAYN-TOO
Definition
To express dissatisfaction or unhappiness about something directly to another person or authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
kəmˈpɫeɪn/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
kəmplˈeɪn/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhm-PLAYN-too, kuhm-PLAYN-tuh, kuhm-PLAYN-tih
UK
kuhm-PLAYN-TOO
Listen in Context
If you have a problem, you should complain to your teacher.
He decided to complain to the hotel manager about the noise.
Please complain to customer service if your order is late.
I always complain to my friends when I'm stressed out.