El problema
Example: El problema con el coche es que no arranca bien.
Definition
"El problema" refers to a situation, matter, or issue that causes difficulty or requires a solution. It is commonly used to point out something that is wrong or needs attention, as in the example phrase: 'El problema con el coche es que no arranca bien.'
Etymology
The term "el problema" comes from the Spanish word 'problema', which itself originates from the Greek 'problema', meaning 'a thing put forward' or 'a question proposed for solution.' It entered Spanish through Latin, keeping its core meaning of a challenge or difficulty that needs resolving.
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"El problema" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (Mixed) - set 1", containing 20 commonly used words.
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