Le problème
Example: Le problème principal est de trouver une solution rapide.
Definition
"Le problème" refers to a matter or situation that poses difficulty or requires a solution, often causing concern or debate. It is commonly used to describe the main issue, as in the example phrase, 'Le problème principal est de trouver une solution rapide.'
Etymology
The French phrase "le problème" comes from the Greek word 'problēma,' meaning 'a thing put forward' or 'a question proposed for solution.' It passed into Latin as 'problema' and then into French, keeping its sense related to a challenge or question needing an answer.
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"Le problème" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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