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Unit 4: Handling complaints

Listen to a complaint, apologise and offer a solution. About 10 minutes.

Updated 2026-10-14

Hospitality English Unit 4 of 5 Β· Listen Β· Speak Β· Check

1. Key phrases

Press πŸ”Š to hear each phrase, then say it out loud.

  • I'm so sorry about that. Apologise sincerely.
  • Let me fix that for you. Offer action.
  • Would you like me to remake it? Offer a remake.
  • I'll get that changed straight away. Act quickly.
  • I'll let my manager know. Escalate if needed.
  • Thanks for letting us know. Thank them for the feedback.
  • Can I offer you a coffee on the house? Something free to make up for it.
  • Is everything else OK? Check the rest.

2. Listen to the conversation

Play the conversation, then press Practise as "Staff" to take a part yourself.

3. Say it yourself

Listen, then say each sentence. Fill in your own details where you see "…". In Chrome, Edge or Safari, press 🎀 and your browser checks how clearly you said it.

4. Quick check

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Good to know in Australia

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Most complaints are solved with a quick apology and action. Stay calm and polite, and get your manager if a customer becomes aggressive.