Definition: The action or an instance of flowing or coming out, an outflow, particularly:
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look!
That dictionary definition is quite a trick, isn’t it? It talks about “flowing” and “outflow,” like water from a spring. But when we use the word "issues" in everyday language – like saying someone has "issues" - it means something different altogether.
Think of it this way: ‘Issues’ usually refers to
problems or difficulties
. It can be worries, challenges, struggles... things that aren't quite right.
Let’s break down why the dictionary definition might seem a little odd in this context. The word "issue"
can
mean a birth – like a new issue of a magazine! But when we talk about problems, it's more about something that
comes up
, that
arises
.
So, to recap: "
Issues
” most commonly means
problems or difficulties
.
Do you have any questions? Let’s discuss how we might use "issues" in a sentence. For example, “He’s struggling with his math issues.” Or, “The team needs to address the communication issues.”
Now, who can give me another example of how we might use the word ‘issues’?