Dificultad (en. Difficulty)
/dif.i.kul.tad/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A condition that makes something difficult to carry out or understand.
The difficulty of the exam was greater than expected.
La dificultad del examen fue mayor a la esperada.
A problem or setback that arises in a situation.
He encountered many difficulties during his trip.
Se encontró con muchas dificultades durante su viaje.
An obstacle that interferes with the development of an action.
The lack of resources represents a difficulty for the project.
La falta de recursos representa una dificultad para el proyecto.
Etymology
From the Latin 'difficultas', which means 'state of being difficult'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to face difficulties
To confront problems or challenges.
enfrentar dificultades
to ease difficulties
To make something more manageable in the face of problems.
facilitar las dificultades
without difficulty
To do something with ease.
sin dificultad
Related Words
difficult
A situation that causes problems or complications.
dificultoso
Slang Meanings
To have a hassle
At work, I had a hassle with the new system.
En el trabajo, tuve una bronca con el nuevo sistema.
To be in trouble
I feel in trouble with this project and the deadline.
Me siento en apuros con este proyecto y la fecha de entrega.