Spanish word

problemilla

Pronunciation

IPA/pɾoβleˈmiʝa/

Meaning

  • masculine nounlittle problem

Example

No te preocupes, es solo un problemilla.

Don't worry, it's just a little problem.

Illustration for problemilla (little problem)

More examples

Tengo un problemilla con el coche.

I have a little problem with the car.

Core concept

A minor, temporary annoyance.

Common phrases

  • tener un problemilla

    have a little problem

  • resolver un problemilla

    solve a little problem

  • surgió un problemilla

    occurrence of a little problem

Similar words

problema: Issue needing attention or an actionable fix.
inconveniente: Everyday nuisance that makes routine tasks more difficult.
molestia: Bother that creates discomfort or annoyance in daily life.
contratiempo: Minor disruption that delays plans or causes a scheduling hiccup.

Definition in Spanish

Voz coloquial para describir un problema insignificante o que causa solo molestias pasajeras.

Word origin

Formed from Spanish problema plus the diminutive suffix -illa and ultimately from Greek próblēma via Latin, giving the sense of a small, low-importance problem.

Usage tips

  • In casual speech problemilla often downplays the issue and commonly appears with phrases like no es nada and no te preocupes, but it can sound dismissive if used about something serious.

Other meanings

  • insignificant problemnoun

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