trouble
word
/ˈtɹəbəɫ/
TRUH-buhl
/tɹˈʌbəl/
TRUB-uhl
Definition
Problems or difficulties that cause worry or make a situation hard to deal with. It can also mean causing problems or being in an unpleasant situation.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in both formal and informal situations. Often paired with verbs like 'have', 'cause', 'get into'. Be careful not to confuse 'trouble' with 'problem'—'trouble' can be less specific and sometimes implies ongoing issues or danger.
Spanish: problema - dificultadPortuguese (BR): problema - dificuldadePortuguese (PT): problema - dificuldadeChinese (Simplified): 麻烦 - 困难Chinese (Traditional): 麻煩 - 困難Hindi: परेशानी - दिक्कतArabic: مشكلة - ورطةBengali: সমস্যা - ঝামেলাRussian: проблема - неприятностьJapanese: トラブル - 問題（困りごと）Vietnamese: rắc rối - phiền phứcKorean: 문제 - 곤란Turkish: sorun - dert - belaUrdu: مشکل - پریشانیIndonesian: masalah - kesulitan - gangguan
Example Sentences
She is having trouble with her homework.
basic
The car broke down and caused us trouble.
basic
He got into trouble at school for being late.
basic
If you don’t finish your work, you’ll be in trouble.
natural
She’s always causing trouble wherever she goes.
natural
Don’t worry; I’ll help you avoid any trouble.
natural