reclamar

Senses

1. 1.

   to complain

   to express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something

2. 2.

   to claim, to demand

   to assert one's right to something or request what is due

3. 3.

   to protest, to object

   to express strong disagreement or opposition

Examples

• "Ela vive reclamando do trabalho, mas nunca faz nada para mudar."

  She's always complaining about work, but never does anything to change it.

• "Vou reclamar meus direitos como consumidor."

  I'm going to claim my rights as a consumer.

• "Não adianta reclamar agora, você deveria ter estudado antes."

  There's no point complaining now, you should have studied earlier.

Usage

Very common verb in everyday speech. Often used with "de" (reclamar de algo/alguém). In consumer contexts, commonly paired with specific agencies: "reclamar no Procon." Can carry a slightly negative connotation when describing someone as a chronic complainer ("reclamão").