hard times

• Período de dificuldades, lutas ou privações, frequentemente ligado a problemas financeiros, desafios pessoais ou crises econômicas.

A period of difficulty, struggle, or hardship, often related to financial problems, personal challenges, or economic downturns.

1. Period of difficultyB1formal

   A period of economic hardship, personal struggle, or general adversity.

   tempos difíceis

   • Many families experienced hard times during the recession.
   • He helped his friend through hard times after the divorce.
   • The company survived hard times by cutting costs.

2. Emotional or mental struggleB1informal

   A phase of life characterized by emotional pain, stress, or sadness.

   Tempos difíceis

   • She's been going through hard times since her dog passed away.
   • Hard times can teach you valuable lessons about resilience.
   • He leaned on his family during the hard times.