English–Japanese
“be a problem” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajisashitsukaeru
Example
少し遅れても差し支えません。suko shi oku re te mo sa shi tsuka e ma se n
It will not be a problem if I am a little late.
How to say “be a problem” in Japanese
“Be a problem” in Japanese is 差し支える (sashitsukaeru).
Refers to an action or condition that prevents something from proceeding smoothly or creates a practical difficulty.
Example sentences with 差し支える
必要な資料がなくても、作業には差し支えません。hitsu yō na shi ryō ga na ku te mo sa gyō ni wa sa shi tsuka e ma se n
The absence of the necessary documents will not affect the work.
Tips for using 差し支える
- In formal conversation, 差し支えなければ (sashitsukaenakereba) introduces a question or request without assuming that it will be convenient for the other person.