troubles
Translation
troubles, problems, worries, difficulties
Examples
She told me all her troubles.
She told me all her troubles.
The company is facing financial troubles.
The company is facing financial troubles.
He's had his troubles in the past.
He's had his troubles in the past.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) troubles problems or difficulties someone is having She told me all her troubles.
Similar Words
Synonyms: worries, difficulties, problems, hardships
Etymology
From Old French 'trobler', meaning 'to disturb'. The plural form emphasizes multiple instances of difficulty.
Memory Tips
Think of a series of bubbles popping one after another – a series of 'troubles'.