Portuguese Word · Intermediate
reclamar
to complain
Pronunciation: /ʁe.klaˈma(ʁ)/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to complain".
Example
Reclamar por algo errado para o pobre é uma ofensa grave, pois não quer mudar, porque já criou o seu universo mundano […]
Complaining about something being wrong for the poor is a serious offense, because they don't want to change, because they've already created their worldly universe […] .
Practice tips
- Practice reclamar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Portuguese word is for intermediate-level learners.