trouble oneself

• Expresión algo anticuada que significa tomarse la molestia o dedicar tiempo y esfuerzo a hacer algo, a menudo usada en peticiones corteses o disculpas por las molestias causadas.

A somewhat old-fashioned expression meaning to make an effort or take the time to do something, often used in polite requests or apologies for causing inconvenience.

1. Make an effort or take the timeB2formal

   To make an effort to do something, often implying inconvenience or extra work.

   tomarse la molestia

   • He didn't trouble himself to reply to the invitation.
   • She troubled herself to prepare a special meal for the guests.
   • Please don't trouble yourself with such small details.