Spanish · Adjectives
Difícil
Difficult / Hard
Beginneradjective
Definition
Needing much effort or skill to accomplish.
Example
El examen fue muy difícil.
The exam was very difficult.
Etymology
'Difícil' comes from the Latin 'difficilis', which means 'hard or difficult'. It suggests complexity and the need for effort.
How & Where It’s Used
'Difícil' is used in both formal and informal settings in spoken and written forms, commonly applied to a variety of challenging tasks or situations.