Translation of Slovak word "sťažovať sa" to English
sťažovať sa
/sciaʒɔvatʲ sa/
Meaning
VerbTo express feelings of pain, dissatisfaction, or resentment.
How to use
Imperfective reflexive verb (perfective: posťažovať sa). Governs 'na' + accusative of the reason/problem (sťažovať sa na hluk) and dative of the recipient/authority (sťažovať sa vedúcemu). Means to complain or lodge a grievance.
🇬🇧 English
complain
Example sentence
Sťažuje sa na hluk.
She complains about the noise.
Sťažuje sa na jedlo.
He complains about the food.
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Common phrases
- sťažovať sa na bolesti— to complain of pain
- sťažovať sa na polícii— to file a complaint with the police
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Slovak word "sťažovať sa" mean?▼
The Slovak word "sťažovať sa" means "complain" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Sťažuje sa na hluk." (which translates as "She complains about the noise.").
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