inconvenience
Translation
inconvenience, trouble, bother
Examples
We apologize for the inconvenience.
We apologise for the inconvenience.
The strike caused many inconveniences for travelers.
The strike caused many inconveniences for travellers.
Grammar Patterns
the inconvenience (uncountable) trouble or problems We apologize for the inconvenience.
an inconvenience (countable) something that causes trouble or problems The strike caused many inconveniences for travellers.
cause inconvenience to ((sb.)) to create problems for someone I hope this doesn't cause you any inconvenience.
Similar Words
Synonyms: trouble, bother, hassle; Antonyms: convenience, benefit
Etymology
From the prefix 'in-' (not) + the word 'convenience'. Literally 'not convenient'.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'in-' often means 'not'. So, this word simply means 'not a convenience'.