beklagen
Translation
to complain about, to lament, to mourn, to regret
Examples
Er beklagt den Verlust seines Freundes.
He laments the loss of his friend.
Sie beklagt sich über den Lärm.
She complains about the noise.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) to lament sth. He laments his mistake.
sich ((über+4)) to complain about sth. She complains about the bad weather.
Similar Words
Synonyms: jammern, bedauern, betrauern; Antonyms: sich freuen, loben
Etymology
From the prefix 'be-' and 'klagen' (to complain, lament). The prefix often makes the verb transitive, focusing the action on an object.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a more formal or intense version of 'klagen' (to complain), directed 'at' something.