Meaning 1neutral · 88%
A situation or question that is difficult and needs an answer or solution.
Natural examples
Das Problem ist nicht schwer.
The problem is not difficult.
Kannst du mir bei dem Problem helfen?
Can you help me with the problem?
Das Wort „Problem“ steht im Text.
The word “Problem” is in the text.
Usage note
Learn Problem with its article das. Its plural is Probleme.
Useful combinations
ein Problem lösen — solve a problemdas Problem — the noun with its articleProbleme — plural form
Common mistake
der Problem
das Problem
Problem takes the article das.
Mini-lesson: Problem: article and plural
Learn Problem with its article das. Its plural is Probleme.
Check your learning
Choose one answer.Which article is correct for Problem?