problem
gb/pɹˈɑbləm/ us/pɹˈɑbləm/
A2
Inglés
~ 200
probléma, baj, gond, feladat, példa, bajkeverő, problémaforrás
SUSTANTIVO
A2
1
Patrón de uso:
a problem with [something]
We have a serious problem with the new software.
Komoly problémánk van az új szoftverrel.
The main problem is that we don’t have enough time.
A fő probléma az, hogy nincs elég időnk.
She solved the problem quickly.
Traffic is a big problem in this city.
The teacher helped the students with their math problems.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
I have a problem with my phone.
Gond van a telefonommal.
The car has a big problem.
Az autónak komoly baja van.
We need to fix this problem.
He can solve the problem.
There is a problem with the door.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'problem' with 'question' in academic contexts; 'problem' refers to something difficult, not just something asked.
Significado
difficulty or issue to solve
Colocaciones
solve a problem
|have a problem
|big problem
|serious problem
|problem arises
Sinónimos
issue (Slightly more formal; often used in professional or diplomatic contexts.)
|
difficulty (Emphasizes the challenging nature of the situation.)
Antónimos
solution (Refers to the answer or fix for a problem.)
|
advantage (Highlights a beneficial situation rather than a troublesome one.)
Temas
daily life
|work
|education
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definición
Something that is difficult and needs to be fixed or answered.
A situation, condition, or matter that is difficult to deal with or needs to be resolved.
SUSTANTIVO
A2
2
Patrón de uso:
a [math/science] problem
The students worked on several math problems.
A diákok több matematikafeladattal foglalkoztak.
This book has many practice problems at the end of each chapter.
A könyv minden fejezete végén sok gyakorlófeladat található.
Can you solve this physics problem?
The teacher explained how to approach word problems.
He found the last problem very difficult.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
I have three math problems for homework.
Házi feladatként három matekfeladatot kell megoldanom.
This is a hard problem.
Ez nehéz feladat.
Can you help me with this problem?
We solved all the problems in class.
The last problem is easy.
Error frecuente:
Learners may confuse 'problem' with 'equation'; an equation is a type of problem but not all problems are equations.
Significado
question needing an answer
Colocaciones
math problem
|word problem
|practice problem
|solve a problem
Sinónimos
exercise (Typically used in educational contexts for practice questions.)
|
question (General term for something asked, not always requiring calculation.)
Antónimos
answer (The correct response to the question or exercise.)
Temas
education
|mathematics
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definición
A question you must answer, often in math or science.
A question or exercise designed to test knowledge or skill, especially in mathematics or science.
SUSTANTIVO
B1
INFORMAL
3
bajkeverő
B1
Patrón de uso:
[someone/something] is a problem
That kid is a real problem in class.
Az a gyerek igazi bajkeverő az órán.
My old laptop has become a problem lately.
A régi laptopom mostanában sok gondot okoz.
If he keeps being late, he’s going to be a problem for the team.
This machine has been nothing but a problem since we bought it.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
My dog is a problem when I leave home.
A kutyám sok gondot okoz, amikor elmegyek otthonról.
He is a problem in class.
Sok gond van vele az órán.
This old car is a problem.
That student is a big problem for the teacher.
Significado
person or thing causing trouble
Colocaciones
real problem
|biggest problem
|become a problem
Sinónimos
troublemaker (Specifically refers to a person who causes problems intentionally.)
|
nuisance (Usually refers to someone or something annoying rather than serious trouble.)
Antónimos
help (Someone or something that makes things easier instead of harder.)
Temas
daily life
|relationships
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Definición
A person or thing that often makes trouble.
A person or thing that consistently causes difficulties or trouble.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
problem
AFI
GB/pɹˈɑbləm/
US/pɹˈɑbləm/
Sílabas y acento
prob - lem (2 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (prob)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: problem
- Plural: problems
Familia de palabras
Forms
problems
noun
Related words
problematic
adjective B2
solver
noun
Negative and opposite forms
unsolved
adjective
Advanced or less common
problematically
adverb
Expresiones
problem child
1/pɹˈɑbləm t͡ʃˈaɪld/
fixed phrase
child causing frequent trouble or difficulty
A child who often causes trouble for parents or teachers.
Ejemplos
- The teacher said he was a problem child in school.
- They had to give special attention to the problem child.
run into problems
1/ɹˈʌn ˈɪntu pɹˈɑbləmz/
fixed phrase
experience difficulties unexpectedly during activity
To have difficulties happen while doing something.
Ejemplos
- We ran into problems when installing the new software.
- They ran into problems halfway through building the bridge.
the heart of the problem
1/ðə hˈɑɹt əv ðə pɹˈɑbləm/
fixed phrase
central or main difficulty in a situation
The most important part of a difficulty or issue.
Ejemplos
- The heart of the problem is poor communication between departments.
- We need to find the heart of the problem before we can fix it.
what's your problem?
1/wˈʌts jˈʊɹ pɹˈɑbləm ‖/
fixed phrase
informal
asking why someone behaves badly or angrily
Used to ask someone why they are angry, upset, or acting badly.
Ejemplos
- "What's your problem? I was just trying to help."
- She snapped at me, and I thought, what's your problem?
no problem
1/nˈoʊ pɹˈɑbləm/
fixed phrase
informal
it's not difficult or inconvenient
Used to say that something can be done easily or that you are happy to do it.
Ejemplos
- "Can you help me move this table?" "No problem."
- "Thanks for lending me your book." "No problem."
no problem
2/nˈoʊ pɹˈɑbləm/
fixed phrase
Not difficult; not an issue
Used to say something is easy or okay to do.
Ejemplos
- Can you help me with this? — No problem!
- It was no problem to fix the leak.