1. a situation that is difficult to deal with or causes trouble
一個難以處理或造成麻煩的情況
We have a problem with the car; it won't start.
我們的車子有問題，它發動不了。
The main problem is a lack of funding.
主要的問題是缺乏資金。
She helped me solve the problem.
她幫我解決了這個問題。
Problem Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
problem
noun
快速理解
What does "Problem" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Problem"?
指需要解決的困難、令人困擾的狀況，或數學等領域中待解的題目。
- 1
困難或麻煩
EN: a difficult situation that needs to be solved
翻譯: 一個需要解決的困難處境或麻煩事。
- 2
令人困擾的狀況
EN: something that causes trouble or inconvenience
翻譯: 造成困擾或不便的事物。
- 3
待解的題目
EN: a question to be solved, especially in mathematics or study
翻譯: 一個待解決的問題，尤指數學或學習中的題目。
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缺陷或毛病
EN: a fault or something wrong with a machine, system, etc.
翻譯: 機器、系統等存在的缺陷或毛病。
小提醒：注意 'problem' 與 'question' 的區別：'problem' 強調需要解決的困難或難題，而 'question' 通常指需要回答的疑問。例如，數學『問題』是 'math problem'，而課堂上提的『問題』是 'question'。
發音（How to Pronounce "Problem" in English）
How to pronounce "Problem" in English?"Problem" US vs UK pronunciation
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Real-life Examples of "Problem" from YouTube Videos
Steven Schwaitzberg: A universal translator for surgeons
TED
“SAGES does surgery all over the world, teaching and educating surgeons. So we have a problem, and one of the problems is distance.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Problem"?How does "Problem" change by context?
2. a question to be solved or answered, especially in mathematics or science
一個需要解決或回答的問題，尤指數學或科學上的
Can you solve this math problem?
你能解開這道數學題嗎？
The teacher gave us five problems for homework.
老師給了我們五道題目當作業。
3. a person who causes difficulties or is difficult to deal with
一個造成困難或難以應付的人
He's been a real problem in class lately.
他最近在課堂上真是個麻煩人物。
The new employee is more of a problem than a help.
這位新員工與其說是幫手，不如說是個麻煩。
4. a matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful and needing to be overcome
被視為不受歡迎、有害且需要克服的事情或狀況
Drug abuse is a serious social problem.
藥物濫用是一個嚴重的社會問題。
The city is trying to address the problem of homelessness.
這座城市正試圖解決無家可歸的問題。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Problem"?How to make natural sentences with "Problem"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| a + problem | 一個問題 | We have **a problem** with the system. (我們的系統出了**一個問題**。) |
| the + problem | 這個/那個問題 | **The problem** is more complex than we thought. (**那個問題**比我們想的更複雜。) |
| problem + with + noun | 關於…的問題 | There's a **problem with** the internet connection. (網路連線有**問題**。) |
| problem + of + noun/V-ing | …的問題 | The **problem of** traffic congestion needs solving. (交通堵塞的**問題**需要解決。) |
| have + a problem + (in) + V-ing | 做…有困難 | I **have a problem understanding** his accent. (我**聽懂**他的口音**有困難**。) |
| solve/tackle/address + the problem | 解決/處理問題 | Engineers are working to **solve the problem**. (工程師們正在努力**解決這個問題**。) |
| pose/present + a problem | 造成/帶來問題 | The new regulations **pose a problem** for small businesses. (新法規給小企業**帶來了問題**。) |
| no problem | 沒問題 | "Can you help me?" "**No problem**." (「你能幫我嗎？」「**沒問題**。」) |
用法說明
How is "Problem" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Problem"?
problem doing vs problem to do
- problem doing 是最常見且自然的用法，表示「做某事有困難或障礙」。這裡的
doing是動名詞，作為介系詞with的受詞（have a problem with doing），但口語中常省略with。 - problem to do 較為少見，通常用於描述一個「待解決的難題」或「一個需要被處理的問題」，而不是描述某人遇到困難。它常出現在
There is a problem to solve這類結構中。 - 當主詞是人，表示「某人有困難做某事」時，幾乎總是使用 problem doing。
對比例句： EN: I have a problem opening this jar. 翻譯: 我打不開這個罐子。
EN:There is a major problem to address before we launch.
翻譯:在我們發布之前，有一個重大問題需要處理。
總結建議
描述「某人有困難做某事」時，請使用 problem doing (例如：have a problem understanding)。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Problem" and similar words?How to choose "Problem" vs alternatives?
problem vs issue
problem 通常指需要解決的具體困難或難題，而 issue 更常指需要討論或決策的議題或爭議點。
problem vs trouble
problem 是可數名詞，指具體的難題；trouble 通常為不可數名詞，泛指麻煩或困境。
problem vs difficulty
problem 指需要解決的具體問題，difficulty 強調困難的程度或挑戰性。
口語用法
How is "Problem" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Problem"?
引述
在對話中，當引述或轉述他人提出的問題時，常用「problem」來指稱那個具體的議題或麻煩。 EN: So, what was the main problem he brought up in the meeting? 翻譯: 所以，他在會議上提出的主要問題是什麼？
EN:Her problem, as she explained it, was the lack of clear instructions.
翻譯:按照她的解釋，她的問題在於缺乏明確的指示。
語氣強調
在口語中，常用「the problem is...」或「my problem with that is...」來引出個人觀點或批評，帶有強調和轉折語氣。 EN: I like the design, but the problem is it's way over budget. 翻譯: 我喜歡這個設計，但問題是它遠遠超出預算了。
EN:Yeah, I get your point. My problem with that approach is it takes too long.
翻譯:對，我懂你的意思。我對那種做法有問題的地方是，它太耗時了。
停頓填充
在思考或組織想法時，「The problem...」或「Well, the problem here...」常被用作填充語，為說話者爭取時間。 EN: Hmm, the problem... I think we need to look at the data again. 翻譯: 嗯，問題是... 我想我們需要再看一次數據。
EN:So, what's the solution? Well, the problem here is that we have two conflicting goals.
翻譯:那麼，解決方案是什麼？呃，這裡的問題是我們有兩個互相衝突的目標。
正式寫作注意：在學術或正式商業寫作中，應避免將「problem」用作口語中的停頓填充詞。建議使用更精確的術語如「issue」、「challenge」或「difficulty」來陳述問題，並確保句子結構完整、語氣客觀。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Problem"?What fixed phrases with "Problem" should I remember?
solve a problem
verb + a/the + problem
解決問題
face a problem
verb + a/the + problem
面臨問題
root of the problem
noun + of + the + problem
問題的根源
no problem
interjection/phrase
沒問題；不客氣
have a problem with something/someone
verb + a + problem + with + noun/pronoun
對某事/某人有意見、不滿或困難
pose a problem
verb + a + problem
造成問題
identify a problem
verb + a/the + problem
識別出問題
major problem
adjective + problem
主要問題；重大問題
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Problem"?Which "Problem" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×We have many problem.
✓We have many problems.
"problem" 是可數名詞，表示多個問題時必須使用複數形式 "problems"。
×I have problem with my computer.
✓I have a problem with my computer.
當指一個具體的、可數的問題時，必須使用不定冠詞 "a"。
×What is the problem of this machine?
✓What is the problem with this machine?
表示「某物有問題」時，通常使用介系詞 "with"，而不是 "of"。
×It's no problem for me to help you.
✓It's not a problem for me to help you.
"No problem" 常用於回應感謝或道歉，意思是「不客氣」或「沒關係」。當想表達「幫助你對我來說不是一個問題」時，應使用 "not a problem"。雖然 "no problem" 在此語境下也逐漸被接受，但 "not a problem" 在正式寫作中更精確。
×The teacher solved my math question.
✓The teacher solved my math problem.
"question" 是需要「回答」的問題；"problem" 是需要「解決」的困難或難題。數學題目通常是一個需要解決的 "problem"。
×The car has a problem.
✓There is a problem with the car.
雖然 "The car has a problem" 在文法上正確，但母語者更自然地會說 "There is a problem with the car" 來描述某物出了狀況。用 "have" 時，主詞通常是有意識、能「擁有」問題的人或組織。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Problem"?What are tense/participle forms of "Problem"?