Rough patch Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈɹəf/ /ˈpætʃ

RUHF pach

UK

ɹˈʌf/ /pˈætʃ

RUHF pach

Definition

A difficult or challenging period in someone's life, work, or relationships.

Usage & Nuances

Informal and usually used to describe temporary difficulties. Common with 'go through a rough patch.' Often relates to relationships, finances, or emotions. Not used for physical textures or literal roughness.

• Spanish: mala racha - momento difícil
• Portuguese (BR): fase difícil - período complicado
• Portuguese (PT): fase difícil - período complicado
• Chinese (Simplified): 困难时期
• Chinese (Traditional): 困難時期
• Hindi: मुश्किल समय - कठिन दौर
• Arabic: فترة صعبة - فترة قاسية
• Bengali: কঠিন সময় - কঠিন পর্ব
• Russian: трудный период - тяжёлый этап
• Japanese: つらい時期 - 困難な時期
• Vietnamese: giai đoạn khó khăn
• Korean: 힘든 시기 - 어려운 시기
• Turkish: zor dönem - sıkıntılı dönem
• Urdu: مشکل وقت - مشکل دور
• Indonesian: masa sulit - masa-masa sulit

Example Sentences

They are going through a rough patch in their marriage.

basic

Our company hit a rough patch last year.

basic

I'm having a rough patch with my studies.

basic

Everyone hits a rough patch sometimes; it doesn't mean you won't get through it.

natural

We had a rough patch last winter, but things are looking up now.

natural

Don't worry if you're in a rough patch—better days are ahead.

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