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English - Japanese
Troubled
ˈtrəbəld
Very common
~ 2100
~ 2100
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
問題を抱えた (もんだいをかかえた), 悩んでいる (なやんでいる), 不安な (ふあんな), 心配している (しんぱいしている)
Troubled meanings in Japanese
問題を抱えた (もんだいをかかえた)
Example:
She felt troubled by the news.
彼女はそのニュースに問題を抱えていた。
He has been troubled by his financial situation.
彼は経済状況に問題を抱えている。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used to describe someone dealing with serious issues or difficulties.
Note: Commonly used in both spoken and written Japanese, often in a context where someone is experiencing distress.
悩んでいる (なやんでいる)
Example:
She is troubled by her decision.
彼女は自分の決断に悩んでいる。
He has been troubled about his future.
彼は将来について悩んでいる。
Usage: InformalContext: Used when someone is feeling anxious or burdened by thoughts.
Note: This term is more casual and can refer to both minor and significant worries.
不安な (ふあんな)
Example:
I feel troubled about the exam.
試験について不安に感じている。
The troubled child was seeking comfort.
不安な子供は慰めを求めていた。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Describes a state of worry or anxiety, often used to express emotional distress.
Note: This term can be used to describe both emotional and physical states of discomfort.
心配している (しんぱいしている)
Example:
I am troubled about my friend’s health.
友達の健康について心配している。
They were troubled by the recent events.
彼らは最近の出来事について心配していた。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Usually used when expressing concern for someone else's situation.
Note: This phrase emphasizes concern and care for another person's well-being.
Troubled's synonyms
worried
Feeling uneasy or concerned about something that may happen.
Example: She was worried about her upcoming exam.
Note: While 'troubled' can refer to a broader range of emotions or situations, 'worried' specifically indicates being concerned or anxious about a particular issue.
distressed
Feeling extreme sorrow, pain, or anguish.
Example: He looked distressed after hearing the bad news.
Note: Distressed implies a deeper level of emotional pain or suffering compared to 'troubled.'
perturbed
Feeling unsettled or disturbed by something.
Example: His behavior perturbed his friends.
Note: Perturbed suggests a sense of unease or disturbance, often caused by something specific.
anxious
Feeling nervous or worried about something that may happen.
Example: She felt anxious about meeting new people.
Note: Anxious is more focused on feelings of unease or apprehension, especially regarding future events, compared to the broader sense of 'troubled.'
Troubled expressions, common phrases
troubled waters
Refers to a situation or period of difficulty or uncertainty.
Example: Their relationship hit troubled waters after the argument.
Note: Focuses on a specific situation rather than a general state of being troubled.
troubled mind
Describes a state of mental distress or unease.
Example: She couldn't sleep due to her troubled mind.
Note: Emphasizes the mental aspect of being troubled.
deeply troubled
Signifies being greatly disturbed or affected by something.
Example: The community was deeply troubled by the recent events.
Note: Highlights the intensity of the feeling of being troubled.
troubled past
Refers to difficulties or problems experienced in the past.
Example: Despite his troubled past, he has turned his life around.
Note: Specifically references difficulties experienced in the past.
troubled soul
Indicates a deep inner turmoil or emotional distress.
Example: She sought solace for her troubled soul through meditation.
Note: Focuses on the emotional or spiritual aspect of being troubled.
troubled times
Denotes a period of difficulty or adversity.
Example: Many families are facing financial hardships in these troubled times.
Note: Refers to a specific period of challenging circumstances.
troubled expression
A facial expression showing distress or worry.
Example: His troubled expression revealed his inner turmoil.
Note: Describes the outward manifestation of being troubled.
troubled relationship
Describes a relationship characterized by difficulties or problems.
Example: They tried to work through their troubled relationship but ultimately decided to part ways.
Note: Specifically focuses on difficulties within a relationship.
Troubled everyday (slang) expressions
troubled youth
This term refers to young people who are experiencing difficulties or challenges, often manifested in behavior issues.
Example: After a tumultuous childhood, he grew up to be a troubled youth with a rebellious attitude.
Note: Compared to 'troubled' which is a general term for difficulty, 'troubled youth' specifically focuses on the challenges faced by young individuals.
troublemaker
A troublemaker is someone who habitually causes difficulties or disruption.
Example: He is always causing problems at work and has gained a reputation as a troublemaker.
Note: While 'troubled' indicates distress or difficulty, 'troublemaker' emphasizes causing problems or disturbances intentionally.
troublesome
Something troublesome is causing annoyance or difficulty.
Example: Dealing with the troublesome neighbors has been a constant challenge for the residents in this area.
Note: While 'troubled' implies distress, 'troublesome' specifically indicates causing problems or trouble for others.
rocky
In informal speech, 'rocky' is used to describe a situation that is unsteady or full of difficulties.
Example: Their relationship has been rocky lately, with frequent arguments and misunderstandings.
Note: Unlike 'troubled' which is more general, 'rocky' indicates instability or turbulence in a particular situation.
up in arms
To be up in arms means to be angry, agitated, or ready to fight against something.
Example: The community was up in arms over the new development plans that threatened to disrupt their peaceful neighborhood.
Note: While 'troubled' indicates distress, 'up in arms' specifically conveys a strong reaction of anger or opposition.
Troubled - Examples
Troubled times call for strong leadership.
She has a troubled past that she doesn't like to talk about.
The troubled student was referred to the school counselor for help.
Troubled grammar
Troubled - Verb (Verb) / Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle)
Lemma: trouble
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): troubles, trouble
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): trouble
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): troubled
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): troubling
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): troubles
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): trouble
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): trouble
Syllables, Separation and Stress
troubled Contains 2 syllables: trou • bled
Phonetic transcription: ˈtrə-bəld
trou bled , ˈtrə bəld (The red syllable is stressed)
Troubled - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
troubled: ~ 2100 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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