VocabJLPT N4
trouble
Nounな-AdjectiveSuru Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. trouble
  2. 2. bother
  3. 3. to be troubled (by)
A noun and na-adjective referring to trouble, annoyance, or inconvenience caused to others. In Japanese culture, avoiding this is considered very important, and the phrase "~に迷惑をかける" means to cause trouble for someone.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I'm sorry for the trouble — I wasn't able to reply right away.

Sentence 2

I told my friend, "Stop it — it's a nuisance."

Sentence 3

Look, you're late again! You're holding everyone up!

Sentence 4

I don't want to cause trouble over something this small.

Sentence 5

That joke — given the mood right now, isn't it a bit much?