日本語道場

Nihongo Dojo — N3 → N2

Kanji

N2

Meaningsquandary, become distressed, annoyed
On'yomiコン
Kun'yomiこま
Strokes7
Radical

Compounds

  • to be at a complete loss, to be without recourse, to be completely stymied, to have absolutely no idea what to do

  • to be troubled, to have difficulty, to be in a fix, to be at a loss

  • difficulty, hardship, trouble, distress

  • bewilderment, perplexity, embarrassment, discomfiture

Example sentences

  • Achieving the target will be difficult.

  • We faced many difficulties.

  • Not only is it difficult to achieve, but the cost is also enormous.

  • We were able to achieve it despite the difficult circumstances.

  • The situation is difficult, but we can handle it.

  • These cancellations without notice are a real pain.

  • He found it very hard to keep the conversation going.

  • Bit of a worry with the way she dotes on her brother, isn't it?