Phrases Complaints and Suggestions
It's not up to standard.
B2Meaning
Something doesn't meet expectations.
Examples
- John: How was the restaurant?
- Alice: To be honest, <b>it's not up to standard</b>. The food was bland and the service slow.
- John: Oh dear, that's disappointing. Did you complain?
- Alice: Yes, but it didn't really help. I still think <b>it's not up to standard</b>.