problem

• Nom désignant une situation, une personne ou une chose qui exige de l'attention et une solution parce qu'elle est difficile ou désagréable.

A noun referring to a situation, person, or thing that needs attention and solving because it is difficult or unpleasant.

1. Difficult situationA1formal

   A situation, person, or thing that needs attention because it causes difficulty or trouble.

   problème (situation difficile)

   • We have a problem with the printer.
   • She discussed her problems with the counselor.
   • The main problem is lack of time.

   Synonymescomplicationdifficultydilemmahardshipissueobstaclepredicamentquandarytroublevexation

   Antonymesadvantageassetbenefitsolution

2. Mathematical questionA1formal

   A question or exercise in mathematics that requires a solution.

   problème (mathématique)

   • This math problem is very challenging.
   • Solve the following problems on page 45.
   • The teacher assigned ten problems for homework.

   Synonymesexercisepuzzlequestiontask

   Antonymesanswersolution

3. Puzzle or challengeA2informal

   Something that is difficult to understand or solve.

   Énigme ou défi

   • It's a problem to figure out this riddle.
   • The detective faced a complex problem in the case.
   • No problem, I can help you with that.

   Synonymeschallengeconundrumenigmaposerpuzzlequestionriddle

   Antonymesanswerkeysolution