difficult (A2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈdɪfɪkəlt/
Definition
Needing much effort or skill to accomplish, deal with, or understand.
Examples
The exam was very difficult, and I'm not sure I passed.
It's difficult to explain the complex theory in simple terms.
She found it difficult to adjust to her new job.
How to Use difficult
- difficult to + verb (prepositional phrase)
- Requires significant effort or skill to perform an action. — "It is difficult to master a new language quickly."
- difficult for someone (prepositional phrase)
- Describes a challenge experienced by a specific person. — "The journey was difficult for the elderly passengers."
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