Problème (en. Issue)

/pʁɔ.ble.m/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Situation or question that poses a difficulty to overcome.

There is a problem with the car.

Il y a un problème avec la voiture.

Mathematical question requiring a solution.

We need to solve this math problem.

Nous devons résoudre ce problème de mathématiques.

Dispute or conflict between people.

They have a communication problem.

Ils ont un problème de communication.

Derived from the Greek 'problēma', meaning 'that which is placed before'.

to have a problem

To be in difficulty or faced with a delicate situation.

avoir un problème

problem to solve

A question requiring a solution.

problème à résoudre

to pose a problem

To ponder a complex situation.

se poser un problème

solution

Answer or means to solve a problem.

solution

dilemma

Difficult situation where one must choose between two options.

dilemme

obstacle

Element that makes it difficult to achieve a goal.

obstacle

Hassle

It's a real hassle trying to find parking here.

C'est une vraie galère d'essayer de trouver un parking ici.

Brain-teaser

This project is a brain-teaser for everyone.

Ce projet est un casse-tête pour tout le monde.