se plaindre
to complain
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/sə plɛ̃dʁ/
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Cultural Note
The French have a well-known cultural relationship with complaining, sometimes called 'râler.' It is often seen as a form of social bonding rather than genuine negativity. Complaining about daily annoyances is considered perfectly normal.
📝 Example Sentences
Il se plaint toujours du temps.
He always complains about the weather.
Elle s'est plainte du bruit.
She complained about the noise.