problem

ˈprɒbləm
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Translation of problem into German,

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Noun

1.

difficulty

situation causing difficulty or needing resolution
  • The problem with the car needs fixing.Das Problem mit dem Auto muss behoben werden.
2.

general issue

matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful
  • The main problem is lack of public interest..Das Hauptproblem ist das mangelnde öffentliche Interesse
3.

conflict

objection or disagreement with something
  • She had a problem with the new policy.Sie hatte einen Einwand gegen die neue Richtlinie.

Adjective

1.

troublesome

causing trouble or difficulties
  • The problem dog kept barking all night.Der Problemhund bellte die ganze Nacht.
2.

unruly

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hard to control or manage
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  • The problem child refused to listen to the teacher.Das schwierige Kind weigerte sich, auf den Lehrer zu hören.
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Expressions with problem: examples in English and translations in German

Sorgenkind
The old car was a problem child for the mechanic.
Anlaufschwierigkeit
Kinderkrankheit
The software had some teething problems after its launch.
heikles Problem
The team faced a hairy problem with the new software.
Kern des Problems
Zentrum des Problems
We need to address the heart of the problem first.
nicht mein Problem
nicht mein Bier
The deadline is tomorrow, but it's not my problem.
überflüssige Lösung
unnötige Erfindung
This gadget is just a solution in search of a problem.

Synonyms and analogies of problem in English

Examples of problem in a sentence

  • Finding a solution to this problem is crucial.
  • The problem lies in the outdated system.
  • We need to address the problem immediately.
  • He voiced his problem with the decision.
  • There's a problem with the contract terms.
  • Each problem on the worksheet has two steps.

Translations of "problem" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
dasProblemnn.

She hopes to come by a solution to the problem soon.

Sie hofft, bald eine Lösung für das Problem zu finden.

dieProblematiknf.

The growing divide between rich and poor is a further problem.

Eine weitere Problematik ist die wachsende Kluft zwischen Arm und Reich.

dieProblemlösungnf.

His approach to the problem could occasion innovative solutions that others overlooked.

Sein Ansatz zur Problemlösung könnte innovative Lösungen hervorbringen, die andere übersehen haben.

dieAufgabenf.

The manager inspired the team to tackle a problem with enthusiasm.

Der Manager motivierte das Team, die Aufgabe mit Begeisterung anzupacken.

dieProblemstellungnf.

A well-defined problem statement sets the direction for the research that follows.

Eine gut definierte Problemstellung legt die Richtung für die folgende Forschung fest.

Adjective
ärgerlichadj.

It is a small problem, but can become annoying.

Es ist zwar nur ein geringfügiges Problem, doch kann es ärgerlich werden.

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problem: Examples and translations in context

Speeding through the residential area is a common problem during weekends.

Zu schnelles Fahren durch Wohngebiete ist an Wochenenden ein häufiges Problem.

Impaired insight into the problem made it difficult to find solutions.

Ein mangelndes Verständnis des Problems erschwerte es, Lösungen zu finden.

The team is finally making headway in solving the complex problem.

Das Team macht endlich Fortschritte bei der Lösung des komplexen Problems.

He finished the exam hands down, solving every problem quickly.

Er beendete die Prüfung mühelos, indem er jedes Problem schnell löste.

He always tries to look on the sunny side of every problem.

Er versucht stets, jedes Problem auf positive Weise zu betrachten.

I found an easier solution to the problem after talking it out.

Nach einem Gespräch fand ich eine einfachere Lösung für das Problem.

Solving that equation was a really hairy problem for the students.

Für die Schüler war das Lösen dieser Gleichung ein wirklich heikles Problem.

They solved the technical problem in a walk and went home early.

Sie lösten das technische Problem spielend und gingen früh nach Hause.

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