"problem" meaning in English

See problem in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

IPA: /prɒbləm/ Audio: en-us-problem.ogg [US] Forms: problem [singular], problems [plural]
Head templates: {{noun}} [POS TABLE]
  1. A problem is something that is difficult to do, understand, or believe.
    Sense id: simple-problem-en-noun-Sp-DoxQ5
  2. A problem is a question on a test.
    Sense id: simple-problem-en-noun-5kyp7UG1
  3. You say "no problem" to agree to do something.
    Sense id: simple-problem-en-noun-no9Pyx1K
  4. You say "no problem" after somebody thanks you or apologises to you.
    Sense id: simple-problem-en-noun-swzOviS~
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        {
          "text": "If you have a problems with the computer, I can probably help."
        },
        {
          "text": "You should see your doctor if you think you have a health problem."
        },
        {
          "text": "This book tells you how to deal with drinking problems."
        },
        {
          "text": "If you are regularly late, it can cause problems."
        },
        {
          "text": "Today, we are concerned with some serious problems with the product."
        },
        {
          "text": "I solved the problem by replacing a broken part."
        },
        {
          "text": "It's a good idea to discuss your problems with a friend."
        },
        {
          "text": "Problems like these arise from a lack of care."
        },
        {
          "text": "We've identified a number of problem areas that need to be looked at."
        }
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        {
          "text": "Most students got the right answer for the first problem."
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        "A problem is a question on a test."
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      "examples": [
        {
          "text": "\"Could you open the door for me?\" \"Sure, no problem!\""
        }
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        "You say \"no problem\" to agree to do something."
      ],
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      "examples": [
        {
          "text": "\"Thank you so much for all your help.\" \"No problem! Any time!\""
        }
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        "You say \"no problem\" after somebody thanks you or apologises to you."
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        {
          "text": "If you have a problems with the computer, I can probably help."
        },
        {
          "text": "You should see your doctor if you think you have a health problem."
        },
        {
          "text": "This book tells you how to deal with drinking problems."
        },
        {
          "text": "If you are regularly late, it can cause problems."
        },
        {
          "text": "Today, we are concerned with some serious problems with the product."
        },
        {
          "text": "I solved the problem by replacing a broken part."
        },
        {
          "text": "It's a good idea to discuss your problems with a friend."
        },
        {
          "text": "Problems like these arise from a lack of care."
        },
        {
          "text": "We've identified a number of problem areas that need to be looked at."
        }
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        {
          "text": "Most students got the right answer for the first problem."
        }
      ],
      "glosses": [
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      ],
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        "countable"
      ]
    },
    {
      "examples": [
        {
          "text": "\"Could you open the door for me?\" \"Sure, no problem!\""
        }
      ],
      "glosses": [
        "You say \"no problem\" to agree to do something."
      ]
    },
    {
      "examples": [
        {
          "text": "\"Thank you so much for all your help.\" \"No problem! Any time!\""
        }
      ],
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        "You say \"no problem\" after somebody thanks you or apologises to you."
      ]
    }
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}

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