Difficult in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'difficult' is 'difícil', pronounced dee-FEE-seel (IPA: /diˈfisil/). It is a B1-level adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it describes (masculine plural: difíciles).
Pronunciation: dee-FEE-seel
| Spanish | difícil |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | dee-FEE-seel · /diˈfisil/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Plural | difíciles |
| Level | B1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'difícil'
- El español no es tan difícil como dicen.
Spanish is not as difficult as they say. - Fue una decisión difícil para toda la familia.
It was a difficult decision for the whole family. - Las preguntas difíciles están al final del examen.
The difficult questions are at the end of the exam. - Está difícil encontrar trabajo en esta ciudad.
It's hard to find work in this city.
Common Phrases with 'difícil'
- ponerse difícil
to get complicated
How to Use 'difícil'
Same form for masculine and feminine; plural difíciles. Like fácil, it pairs with de + infinitive: difícil de entender. Note both written accents pattern: difícil, difíciles.
Related Vocabulary
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you say 'difficult' in Spanish?
'Difficult' in Spanish is 'difícil', pronounced dee-FEE-seel.
How do you spell 'difícil'?
It is spelled d-i-f-í-c-i-l.
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