trouble
|trou/ble|
B1
/ˈtrʌb.əl/
distress or problems
Etymology
Etymology Information
'trouble' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'troubler,' where 'trouble' meant 'to disturb or agitate.'
Historical Evolution
'troubler' changed from the Old French word 'troubler' and eventually became the modern English word 'trouble'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to disturb or agitate,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'difficulty or problems.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35