Talking About Problems & Difficulties - Business English Vocabulary

This lesson covers useful vocabulary for discussing problems and difficulties. It introduces structures like 'have problems with', 'trouble', 'difficulties', and 'issues'. The lesson also explores verbs and adjectives that pair with 'problem', such as 'tackle', 'address', 'minor', and 'major'. Additionally, it presents idioms like 'come to a head', 'in dire straits', 'teething problems', and 'see light at the end of the tunnel'.

What is the difference between a minor problem and a major problem?

What does the idiom 'come to a head' mean?

Can you provide an example of a situation that could be described as being in 'dire straits'?