struggles
word · lemma: struggle
Definition
Ongoing difficult situations or efforts to overcome challenges. Can refer to fighting for something or facing hardship.
Usage & Nuances
Often plural, commonly paired with 'personal', 'financial', or 'daily'. Not always physical; often emotional or metaphorical. Shows persistence against problems. Don't confuse with 'fights' (physical or literal combat).
Spanish: luchas - dificultadesPortuguese (BR): lutas - dificuldadesPortuguese (PT): lutas - dificuldadesChinese (Simplified): 挣扎 - 困难Chinese (Traditional): 掙扎 - 困難Hindi: संघर्ष - परेशानियाँArabic: صراعات - معاناةBengali: সংগ্রাম - লড়াই - কষ্টRussian: трудности - трудные времена - испытанияJapanese: 苦労 - 闘いVietnamese: khó khăn - thử tháchKorean: 고생 - 힘든 일 - 어려움Turkish: mücadeleler - zorluklarUrdu: جدوجہدیں - مشکلاتIndonesian: perjuangan - kesulitan
Example Sentences
Balancing work and family is one of his biggest struggles.
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Everyone has their own struggles—you just may not see them.
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She faces many struggles at work.
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His financial struggles made life hard.
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Despite her struggles, she never gave up.
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My teenage years were full of struggles, but I learned a lot.
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