difícil /difˈiθil/ · adjective · CEFR B1. Spanish translation of "difficult".

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Source term
difficult
Translation
difícil
CEFR Level
B1
Part of speech
adjective
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Dictionary form difícil
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How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
difícil + noun / It is difícil
Examples
Este problema de matemáticas es difícil de resolver.
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Example Sentences

Este problema de matemáticas es difícil de resolver.

English: This math problem is difficult to solve.

B1 · Challenging Situations And Reactions

Ella tuvo un día difícil en el trabajo.

English: She had a difficult day at work.

B1 · Challenging Situations And Reactions

Aprender un idioma nuevo puede ser difícil pero gratificante.

English: Learning a new language can be difficult but rewarding.

B1 · Challenging Situations And Reactions

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