Complication vs Difficulty vs Issue vs Obstacle

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Complication

Top 2.000 (häufig)C1noun

Difficulty

Top 2.000 (häufig)B1noun

Issue

Top 1.000 (sehr häufig)B1noun

Obstacle

Top 2.000 (häufig)B2noun
Am häufigsten: Issue
 ComplicationDifficultyIssueObstacle
Aussprache🇬🇧 /["/ˌkɒmplɪˈkeɪʃn/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˌkɑːmplɪˈkeɪʃn/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˈdɪfɪkəlti/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈdɪfɪkəlti/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˈɪʃuː/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˈɪʃuː/"]/🇬🇧 //ˈɒbstəkl//🇺🇸 //ˈɑbstəkl//
BedeutungA problem or difficulty that makes something harder.How hard something is.A problem or topic that people discuss.Something that makes it difficult to do something.
BeispielThe surgeon explained that there could be a complication during the procedure.The difficulty of the exam surprised many students.The main issue we need to address is the lack of communication.He faced many obstacles during his journey to success.
RegisterNeutralNeutralNeutralNeutral
Wie häufigTop 2.000 (häufig)Top 2.000 (häufig)Top 1.000 (sehr häufig)Top 2.000 (häufig)
CEFR-NiveauC1B1B1B2
Wortartnounnounnounnoun
Kollokationenmajor, added, additional, add, cause, avoid, arise, ensue, occur, acute, dangerous, life-threatening, develop, have, suffer, arise, develop, occur, rate, complication with, complication from, complication of, a risk of complications, complications related to somethingconsiderable, enormous, extreme, level, encounter, experience, face, arise, lie (in something), despite a/​the difficulty, in difficulty, with difficulty, considerable, enormous, extreme, level, encounter, experience, face, arise, lie (in something), despite a/​the difficulty, in difficulty, with difficulty, considerable, enormous, extreme, level, encounter, experience, face, arise, lie (in something), despite a/​the difficulty, in difficulty, with difficultybig, burning, central, number, range, series, raise, debate, discuss, arise, surround something, underlie something, at issue, on an/​the issue, issue about, make an issue of something, big, burning, central, number, range, series, raise, debate, discuss, arise, surround something, underlie something, at issue, on an/​the issue, issue about, make an issue of something, current, back, special, bring out, publish, come out, go on sale, be out, in an/​the issueface an obstacle, overcome an obstacle, see an obstacle
Antonymesolution, simplicity, resolutioneasy, simple, effortlesssolution, answeradvantage, help, facilitator
Häufige FehlerConfused with 'complicating' which implies making something difficult., Using 'complication' in contexts unrelated to problems, like 'easy' situations.Confused with 'difficult' (adjective) vs. 'difficulty' (noun), Using 'difficulties' when referring to multiple challenges, Overgeneralizing to describe feelings instead of tasks'Issue' confused with 'problem' when referring to minor matters that don't require attention., Using 'issue' without a clear context, making it sound vague or unclear., Overusing 'issue' in informal settings, where a simpler term might be more appropriate.Confusing with 'obstacle course' which is a specific kind of challenge., Using 'obstacles' when discussing non-physical challenges like fears or emotions., Mixing it up with 'obstruction', which often has legal connotations.
Hinweise zur VerwendungUse 'complication' when discussing medical issues or difficulties in plans. Avoid in casual conversations unless talking about serious matters.Often used to describe challenges in tasks, tests, or activities. Suitable in both casual and academic contexts. Avoid using in overly informal situations.Use 'issue' in discussions or formal settings to refer to problems or topics. Avoid using it in very casual conversations where simpler words like 'problem' might fit better.Used in contexts where something hinders progress or achievement. Typically neutral; avoid in overly casual contexts.

Häufige Fragen: Complication vs Difficulty vs Issue vs Obstacle

Was ist der Unterschied zwischen Complication, Difficulty, Issue und Obstacle?

Complication: A problem or difficulty that makes something harder. Difficulty: How hard something is. Issue: A problem or topic that people discuss. Obstacle: Something that makes it difficult to do something.

Was ist häufiger: Complication, Difficulty, Issue und Obstacle?

Issue ist im Alltagsenglisch am häufigsten.

Was ist anspruchsvoller: Complication, Difficulty, Issue und Obstacle?

Complication ist das höchste Niveau, bei C1, auf der CEFR-Skala.

Sind Complication, Difficulty, Issue und Obstacle auf demselben CEFR-Niveau?

Complication: C1, Difficulty: B1, Issue: B1, Obstacle: B2 auf der CEFR-Skala.

Welche Wortart sind Complication, Difficulty, Issue und Obstacle?

Complication: noun, Difficulty: noun, Issue: noun, Obstacle: noun.

Kannst du zu jedem ein Beispiel zeigen?

Complication: The surgeon explained that there could be a complication during the procedure. Difficulty: The difficulty of the exam surprised many students. Issue: The main issue we need to address is the lack of communication. Obstacle: He faced many obstacles during his journey to success.

Kann ich Complication, Difficulty, Issue und Obstacle austauschbar verwenden?

Nicht immer. Complication, Difficulty, Issue und Obstacle sind verwandt und überschneiden sich teils, unterscheiden sich aber in Register, Häufigkeit und Verwendung, sodass ein Austausch die Bedeutung oder den Ton ändern kann. Sieh dir die Unterschiede oben an, bevor du eines ersetzt.

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