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Difficulty

ˈdɪfəkəlti
Extrêmement Commun
700 - 800
700 - 800
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dificultad, complicación, problema, obstáculo, problema

Significations de Difficulty en espagnol

dificultad

Exemple:
I encountered some difficulties during the test.
Encontré algunas dificultades durante el examen.
She overcame the difficulties and succeeded in the end.
Ella superó las dificultades y tuvo éxito al final.
Utilisation: formalContexte: General situations where obstacles or challenges are faced
Note: Common translation for 'difficulty' in the sense of a problem or obstacle that makes something hard to achieve.

complicación

Exemple:
The project faced several complications that delayed its completion.
El proyecto enfrentó varias complicaciones que retrasaron su finalización.
We need to find a solution to this complication as soon as possible.
Tenemos que encontrar una solución a esta complicación lo antes posible.
Utilisation: formalContexte: Refers to complex issues or problems that arise
Note: Can be used interchangeably with 'dificultad' in some contexts, but often implies a higher level of complexity or intricacy.

problema

Exemple:
There seems to be a problem with the computer's software.
Parece que hay un problema con el software de la computadora.
The company is facing financial problems due to the economic downturn.
La empresa está enfrentando problemas financieros debido a la recesión económica.
Utilisation: formalContexte: Describes issues or troubles that hinder progress
Note: Can be used to convey a sense of a specific issue causing difficulty or trouble.

obstáculo

Exemple:
They encountered several obstacles on their journey.
Encontraron varios obstáculos en su viaje.
Overcoming this obstacle will be crucial for the project's success.
Superar este obstáculo será crucial para el éxito del proyecto.
Utilisation: formalContexte: Refers to hindrances or impediments in achieving a goal
Note: Often used in the context of physical or metaphorical barriers that need to be overcome.

problema

Exemple:
I can help you solve your math problems.
Puedo ayudarte a resolver tus problemas de matemáticas.
There are some problems that need immediate attention.
Hay algunos problemas que necesitan atención inmediata.
Utilisation: informalContexte: Informal usage for general issues or troubles
Note: In informal contexts, 'problema' can be used more broadly to refer to any kind of problem or difficulty.

Les synonymes de Difficulty

challenge

A challenge refers to a task or situation that tests one's abilities or skills.
Exemple: The math problem posed a significant challenge for the students.
Note: While 'difficulty' implies something hard to do or understand, 'challenge' emphasizes the aspect of testing one's capabilities.

obstacle

An obstacle is something that blocks or hinders progress or achievement.
Exemple: The language barrier proved to be a major obstacle in their communication.
Note: Unlike 'difficulty,' 'obstacle' specifically suggests something that stands in the way of achieving a goal.

hardship

Hardship refers to severe suffering or privation, often caused by unfavorable circumstances.
Exemple: The family faced financial hardships after the breadwinner lost their job.
Note: While 'difficulty' is a general term for something hard or challenging, 'hardship' conveys a sense of enduring or prolonged suffering.

struggle

To struggle means to make forceful or violent efforts to get free of restraint or constriction.
Exemple: The team struggled to find a solution to the complex problem.
Note: In contrast to 'difficulty,' 'struggle' implies a continuous and often strenuous effort to overcome an obstacle or challenge.

Expressions et phrases courantes de Difficulty

Up the creek without a paddle

This means being in a difficult situation with no means of help or resources to improve it.
Exemple: I'm up the creek without a paddle with this project deadline approaching and no progress made.
Note: The phrase emphasizes being in a challenging situation without any solution in sight.

Between a rock and a hard place

To be faced with a choice between two equally difficult alternatives.
Exemple: I'm between a rock and a hard place because I need to choose between two equally undesirable options.
Note: The idiom highlights the dilemma of having to choose between two unfavorable options.

Caught between a rock and a hard place

Similar to 'between a rock and a hard place', indicating a difficult situation with limited options.
Exemple: She's caught between a rock and a hard place with her demanding job and family responsibilities.
Note: This phrase adds a sense of feeling trapped or unable to easily escape the difficult situation.

In hot water

To be in trouble or facing a difficult situation due to one's actions or circumstances.
Exemple: He's in hot water for missing the important meeting.
Note: The phrase implies facing consequences or difficulties as a result of a mistake or wrongdoing.

Up against the wall

To be in a difficult or challenging situation with limited options or resources.
Exemple: We're up against the wall trying to meet the client's unrealistic demands.
Note: The idiom conveys a sense of being in a tight spot or facing a severe challenge.

In a bind

To be in a difficult situation or dilemma with no easy solution.
Exemple: I'm in a bind because my car broke down, and I have no other way to get to work.
Note: The phrase suggests being in a tight spot or facing a problem with no immediate resolution.

In deep water

To be in a troublesome situation or facing difficulty, often due to one's own actions.
Exemple: She's in deep water now that her secret is out.
Note: The phrase implies being in a serious or risky situation that may have negative consequences.

Hard nut to crack

Refers to a problem or challenge that is difficult to solve or understand.
Exemple: Understanding advanced calculus is a hard nut to crack for many students.
Note: The idiom emphasizes the complexity or difficulty of solving a particular problem.

In dire straits

To be in an extremely difficult or desperate situation.
Exemple: The company is in dire straits financially and may have to declare bankruptcy.
Note: The phrase conveys a sense of urgency and seriousness in facing a critical or severe difficulty.

Expressions courantes (argot) de Difficulty

In a pickle

This slang term refers to being in a difficult situation or facing a problem with no easy solution.
Exemple: I accidentally deleted the important file, and now I'm in a pickle.
Note: The original word 'difficulty' is more general, while 'in a pickle' specifically implies a problematic or troublesome situation.

In a jam

To be 'in a jam' means to be in a problematic or difficult situation where finding a solution is challenging.
Exemple: My car broke down, and I'm in a jam because I have an important meeting in half an hour.
Note: While 'difficulty' can be any struggle, 'in a jam' implies a sense of urgency and pressure in the situation.

Stuck between a rock and a hard place

This expression conveys being in a situation where both options or choices are equally difficult or unfavorable.
Exemple: I'm stuck between a rock and a hard place - I either have to work overtime or risk losing my job.
Note: The slang term emphasizes the sense of having limited or no good options, compared to using the word 'difficulty' alone.

In the soup

To be 'in the soup' means to be in a difficult or troubling situation where things are not going well.
Exemple: I forgot my presentation material for the meeting. I'm really in the soup now.
Note: Using 'in the soup' adds a humorous or informal tone compared to the more neutral term 'difficulty'.

Behind the eight ball

Being 'behind the eight ball' implies being in a challenging or difficult situation due to unfavorable circumstances or poor decisions.
Exemple: Due to the unexpected delay, we are behind the eight ball with this project.
Note: The slang term suggests a sense of disadvantage or trouble, whereas 'difficulty' is a broader term.

Difficulty - Exemples

The difficulty of this task is beyond my abilities.
La dificultad de esta tarea está más allá de mis habilidades.
The complexity of the situation requires careful consideration.
La complejidad de la situación requiere una cuidadosa consideración.
Overcoming obstacles is an important part of personal growth.
Superar obstáculos es una parte importante del crecimiento personal.

Grammaire de Difficulty

Difficulty - Nom (Noun) / Nom, singulier ou massif (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemme: difficulty
Conjugaisons
Nom, pluriel (Noun, plural): difficulties, difficulty
Nom, singulier ou massif (Noun, singular or mass): difficulty
Syllabes, Séparation et Accent
difficulty contient 4 syllabes: dif • fi • cul • ty
Transcription phonétique: ˈdi-fi-(ˌ)kəl-tē
dif fi cul ty , ˈdi fi (ˌ)kəl (La syllabe rouge est accentuée)

Difficulty - Importance et fréquence d'utilisation

L'indice de fréquence et d'importance des mots indique la fréquence d'apparition d'un mot dans une langue donnée. Plus le nombre est petit, plus le mot est fréquemment utilisé. Les mots les plus fréquemment utilisés vont généralement de 1 à 4000.
difficulty: 700 - 800 (Extrêmement Commun).
Cet indice d'importance vous aide à vous concentrer sur les mots les plus utiles lors de votre processus d'apprentissage des langues.
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