English

trouble

ˈtrʌb.əl, ˈtrʌb(ə)l, ˈtɹə-, ˈtɹʌb(ə)l
Meaning: problems, difficulties, or worries
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈtrʌb(ə)l, ˈtɹə-, ˈtɹʌb(ə)l

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Example sentences

I'm having some trouble with this software.
I'm having some trouble with this software.
He told a lie to avoid getting into trouble.
He told a lie to avoid getting into trouble.
The company needs to stick to its annual budget to avoid financial trouble.
The company needs to stick to its annual budget to avoid financial trouble.
The delay caused no end of trouble.
The delay caused a lot of trouble.
That caused me mucho trouble at the airport.
That caused me mucho trouble at the airport.

Usage Notes

Can refer to a general state of difficulty, a specific problem, or even liability to punishment (e.g., 'in trouble with the law').

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