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to criticize
To criticize something and point out errors, defects, or shortcomings. This is often done in an official or formal way.
Der Gutachter hat mehrere Punkte an der Bauausführung bemängelt.
The expert criticized several aspects of the construction work.
The verb 'bemängeln' (to criticize/fault) is derived from the noun 'der Mangel' (defect/shortcoming). The prefix 'be-' makes it a transitive verb that requires an accusative object. So it means to find a defect in something.
Der Kunde bemängelte die schlechte Qualität des Produkts.
The customer criticized the poor quality of the product.
The prefix 'be-' is inseparable. It remains firmly attached to the verb in all conjugated forms and sentence positions.
Er hat bemängelt, dass die Anweisungen unklar waren.
He criticized the fact that the instructions were unclear.
You always 'bemängelt' (criticize) 'etwas' (something, accusative). To describe the point of criticism more precisely, the preposition 'an' (in/about) with the dative is often used: 'etwas an etwas bemängeln' (to criticize something about something).
Die Tester bemängelten die kurze Akkulaufzeit am neuen Smartphone.
The testers criticized the short battery life of the new smartphone.
'Bemängeln' (to criticize/fault) is a formal word. It is often used in official contexts such as complaints, expert reports, or quality control.
Im Prüfbericht wurden keine wesentlichen Mängel bemängelt.
No significant defects were criticized in the inspection report.
to criticize
'kritisieren' and 'bemängeln' both mean that you point out mistakes or negative points. 'kritisieren' is more general and can refer to people, behavior, decisions, or things. It can happen in everyday life, in conversations, or in public. 'bemängeln' fits better when something has specific defects, for example in a piece of work, a product, or a plan. It often sounds a bit more formal and precise than 'kritisieren'.
Die Kundin hat die schlechte Qualität der Jacke bemängelt.
The customer complained about the poor quality of the jacket.
Meine Nachbarin kritisiert oft, dass die Musik im Haus zu laut ist.
My neighbor often criticizes the fact that the music in the building is too loud.