困る
Reading: こまる
Meaning: to be troubled, to be in difficulty, to be at a loss
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Example Sentence
お金 が ない と 困る
I'm in trouble when I don't have money.
Usage Notes
Expresses being in a difficult situation or not knowing what to do. Often used with causative to express causing trouble for others. Can be used alone or with に to indicate the source of trouble.
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