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troubles

Pronunciation: [ˈtrʌbəlz]

Word

Learn how to use troubles in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “problems”

(noun) when someone has difficulties or challenges in life. Troubles can be small things like losing a toy or big things like family issues. It means something is wrong or not going well.

Example

She shared her troubles with her best friend, and they talked about how to solve them.

Example

He didn't want to talk about his troubles because he felt it would only make him sadder.

Example

What troubles are you facing right now?

Context: “worry”

(verb) to make someone feel anxious or concerned. When someone troubles another person, they cause them to worry about something.

Example

It troubles me to hear that she is feeling unwell.

Example

It didn't trouble him at all when he heard the news; he remained calm.

Example

Does it trouble you to see others in pain?

How to pronounce troubles

Pronunciation: [ˈtrʌbəlz]

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