Polite Complaints in English

What is the main idea behind the saying 'you catch more flies with honey than with vinegar'?

• Politeness is more effective than rudeness.

• Complaining loudly is more effective.

• Being rude gets better results.

• Flies prefer honey over vinegar.

Which phrase can be used to start a polite complaint about a dirty hotel room?

• Excuse me, could you please help me resolve an issue with...

• I'm afraid there's a slight problem with...

• Sorry, but I'd like to make a complaint about...

• Excuse me, I have a small complaint...

How can you politely express a problem with a shirt that has a hole in it?

• Excuse me, but there seems to be a problem with...

• Excuse me, I wonder if you could please help me...

• Sorry, but I need to complain about...

• I'm afraid I've got a complaint about...

What is a polite way to address a complaint about a noisy neighbor?

• Sorry, but I'd like to draw your attention to...

• Sorry, I hate to complain but...

• Excuse me, I think there's a problem with...

• I'm afraid there's a slight problem with...

Which expression is suitable for addressing a complaint about a subway train door closing too quickly?

• Excuse me, could you please help me resolve an issue with...

• Excuse me, I understand it's not your fault but...

• I'm afraid I've got a complaint about...

• Sorry, but I'd like to draw your attention to an issue...

What phrase can be used to express a problem with an online order that was incorrect?

• Excuse me, I have a small complaint to make...

• I'm afraid I need to let you know about a problem with...

• I'm afraid there's a slight problem with...

• Sorry, but I need to complain about...

Which phrase is appropriate for addressing a complaint about a washing machine that isn't working?

• Excuse me, could you please help me resolve an issue with...

• Sorry, but I'd like to draw your attention to...

• I'm afraid I need to let you know about a problem with...

• Excuse me, I think there's a problem with...

What is a polite way to express dissatisfaction with a product's quality?

• I'm a little bit upset because...

• The issue is...

• The awful thing is...

• The problem is...

Which phrase can be used to express a minor issue after using one of the 15 expressions?

• The trouble is...

• The awful thing is...

• The issue is...

• The problem is...

What is the recommended approach when complaining about something you paid for?

• Complain loudly and assertively.

• Use polite and respectful language.

• Demand a refund immediately.

• Ignore the issue and move on.