难题

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

The word "难题" (nántí) refers to a difficult problem or challenge, often used in academic, work, or real-life contexts. It emphasizes the complexity or difficulty of the issue.

Common Contexts

It is frequently used to describe tough questions in exams, complex social or environmental issues, or challenging tasks at work.

Collocations and Patterns

Usage Notes

"难题" is a noun and typically appears as the object of verbs like 解决 (solve), 面对 (face), or 感到 (feel). It carries a neutral to slightly formal tone and is common in both spoken and written Chinese.

Avoid confusing "难题" with "问题" (wèntí), which is a more general term for "problem" or "question." "难题" specifically highlights difficulty or complexity.

Example Sentences

This math problem is a difficult question that makes many students have

Solving the difficult problem of environmental protection requires

When facing difficult problems at work, he always calmly analyzes and looks