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problem

The correct spelling is problem.

How to pronounce problem

/ˈpɹɒbləm/
noun

IPA: /ˈpɹɒbləm/

Say it like: Pro-ble-m

The correct spelling is problem. A difficulty that has to be resolved or dealt with. For example: "She's leaving because she faced numerous problems to do with racism."

Usage Examples

She's leaving because she faced numerous problems to do with racism.

You got a problem with that?

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A difficulty that has to be resolved or dealt with.
  2. 2.A question to be answered, schoolwork exercise.
  3. 3.A puzzling circumstance.
  4. 4.Objection.
  5. 5.A set of moves required to complete a climb

adjective

  1. 1.(of a person or an animal) Difficult to train or guide; unruly.
  2. 2.Causing a problem; problematic; troublesome.

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