trouble oneself

• Expression un peu datée signifiant faire un effort ou prendre le temps de faire quelque chose, souvent utilisée dans des demandes polies ou pour s'excuser du dérangement causé.

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.

   se donner la peine

   • 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.