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Collocation

have trouble

have + noun + V-ing / with + noun have + noun phrase

to experience difficulty doing something

have trouble: to experience difficulty doing something

Definition

'have trouble' is a common English collocation. to experience difficulty doing something

have + trouble + (doing something / with something)

“I always have trouble remembering names.”

Examples

  • I have trouble understanding him when he speaks so fast.
  • She has trouble sleeping the night before exams.
  • We had trouble finding parking near the station.
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  • They often have trouble with their internet connection during storms.
  • I am having trouble logging into my account right now.
  • He had trouble staying calm during the argument.
  • If you have trouble using the software, call the support team.
  • After the surgery, she had trouble walking up the stairs for a few weeks.
  • I have trouble concentrating when there is constant noise in the office.