noun · B1 · Very Often · both

issue

проблема

Meaning of issue

matter of concern

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EN-UK/ˈɪʃuː/
EN-US/ən ˈɪʃuː/
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issue with Russian translation

issue usage examples

🇩🇪DE🇬🇧EN

We need to discuss the issue at the next meeting.

🇩🇪DE🇬🇧EN

This is a personal issue between them, not mine.

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issue belongs to the topic "Conflicts and Reconciliation". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

issueProblem
familyFamilie
parentsEltern
momMama
dadPapa
childKind
childrenKinder

issue synonyms

Related words worth learning together

problem
a concrete difficulty or something causing trouble
difficulty
something that makes a task harder; an obstacle or hardship
trouble
a problem or worry, often with emotional or practical inconvenience
matter
a subject or topic; often neutral rather than implying a problem
concern
worry or something that causes worry; can be a matter of interest
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🇬🇧en

a concrete difficulty or something causing trouble

B1Very Often

The car has a serious engine problem.

🇬🇧en

something that makes a task harder; an obstacle or hardship

B1Often

She had difficulty understanding the instructions.

🇬🇧en

a problem or worry, often with emotional or practical inconvenience

B1Very Often

He's been having trouble with his phone.

🇬🇧en

a subject or topic; often neutral rather than implying a problem

B1Very Often

This is a confidential matter.

🇬🇧en

worry or something that causes worry; can be a matter of interest

B1Very Often

Environmental concerns are rising among locals.

D
🇬🇧en
dilemma

a difficult choice between two (usually undesirable) alternatives

B2Rarely

She faced a moral dilemma about reporting the error.

C
🇬🇧en
complication

a factor that makes a situation more complex or difficult

B2Often

A complication during surgery extended the recovery time.

🇬🇧en

a demanding task or problem that tests abilities; sometimes positive

B1Often

Learning a language is a challenge but rewarding.

O
🇬🇧en
obstacle

a physical or abstract barrier that prevents progress

B1Often

Lack of funding is a major obstacle to the project.

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issue meaning: what does it mean?

matter of concern

issue pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

issue is pronounced as /ˈɪʃuː/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

issue definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

We need to discuss the issue at the next meeting. Translation: Нам нужно обсудить эту проблему на следующем собрании.

Is issue part of Conflicts and Reconciliation vocabulary?

Yes, issue (проблема) can be learned in the Conflicts and Reconciliation topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is issue part of Family and Relationships vocabulary?

Yes, issue (проблема) can be learned in the Family and Relationships topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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