Japanese Conversation · Level 95
60 words
Japanese word
困難
Pronunciation
Romajikonnan
Meaning
- na-adjectivedifficult
Example
この問題を解くのは困難です。ko no mon dai o to ku no wa kon nan de su
It is difficult to solve this problem.
More examples
困難な課題にも、みんなで力を合わせて取り組みます。kon nan na ka dai ni mo mi n na de chikara o a wa se te to ri ku mi ma su
We will work together to tackle even difficult tasks.
Core concept
Refers to a condition in which reaching a goal involves obstacles, effort, or a high level of ability.
Common phrases
困難な課題kon nan na ka dai
difficult task
困難な状況kon nan na jō kyō
difficult situation
困難な問題kon nan na mon dai
difficult problem
Similar words
難しいmuzukashii: Requires a high level of skill, thought, or effort to complete or understand.
大変taihen: Involves a great deal of effort, work, or hardship.
Definition in Japanese
目的を実現することや問題を解決することが難しい状態。moku teki o jitsu gen su ru ko to ya mon dai o kai ketsu su ru ko to ga muzuka shi i jō tai
Word origin
困難 (konnan, "difficulty") is a Sino-Japanese compound of 困 (kon, "trouble") and 難 (nan, "hardship"), with both characters pointing to a difficult condition.
Usage tips
- The word 困難 (konnan) commonly appears in formal speech and writing, while 難しい (muzukashii) is more natural for many everyday conversations.