das Problem
problem
A difficult task, an open question, or a situation that requires a solution.
EXAMPLE
Das größte Problem ist der Mangel an qualifizierten Arbeitskräften.
The biggest problem is the shortage of qualified workers.
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problem
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Meanings
das Problem
problem
A personal difficulty, grief, or worry that burdens someone.
EXAMPLE
Er hat mit seiner Familie gesprochen, um seine Probleme zu lösen.
He talked with his family to solve his problems.
kein Problem
no problem
A colloquial expression used to say that something is easy or that you are happy to do something.
EXAMPLE
Kannst du mir kurz helfen? – Ja klar, kein Problem!
Can you help me for a moment? – Yes, of course, no problem!
Usage tips
Typical verbs
'Problem' (problem) is often combined with certain verbs that describe how to deal with it. Common ones are: 'ein Problem lösen' (to solve a problem), 'ein Problem haben' (to have a problem), 'ein Problem darstellen' (to pose a problem), or 'ein Problem verursachen' (to cause a problem).
EXAMPLE
Wir müssen schnell eine Möglichkeit finden, dieses Problem zu lösen.
We need to quickly find a way to solve this problem.
Sentence structure with 'dass'
To describe a problem more precisely, the structure 'Das Problem ist, dass ...' (The problem is that ...) is often used. It is followed by a subordinate clause that explains the problem.
EXAMPLE
Das Problem ist, dass wir nicht genug Zeit haben.
The problem is that we don’t have enough time.
Informal response
'Kein Problem!' (No problem!) is a very common informal response to a request or an apology. It signals that something is no trouble or that you are not upset.
EXAMPLE
Entschuldigung für die Verspätung! – Kein Problem, komm einfach rein.
Sorry for being late! – No problem, just come in.
Correct preposition
When you have difficulty with a particular thing, you use the preposition 'mit' (with). The structure is: 'ein Problem mit' + dative.
EXAMPLE
Ich habe ein Problem mit meinem neuen Computer.
I have a problem with my new computer.
Compare with
Problem vs Frage
question
Frage and Problem can both refer to something that still needs to be clarified. Frage neutrally puts the answer or decision being sought in the foreground; Problem emphasizes a difficulty that requires a solution. Without a recognizable obstacle, Frage is appropriate; when there is a specific difficulty, Problem is more suitable.
Problem
Das Problem der Finanzierung müssen wir lösen, weil noch Geld fehlt.
We need to solve the problem of financing because there is still money missing.
Frage
Die Frage der Finanzierung müssen wir im nächsten Gespräch klären.
We need to clarify the question of financing in our next meeting.
In real life
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