Hindi · Adjectives
मुश्किल
mushkil
Difficult
Beginneradjective
Definition
Hard to do or understand.
Example
यह काम थोड़ा मुश्किल है।
This work is a bit difficult.
Etymology
The word 'मुश्किल' (mushkil) is derived from the Arabic word 'مشكلة' (mushkila), meaning 'difficulty'. It was adopted into Hindi during the Mughal period when Arabic influenced many aspects of the language.
How & Where It’s Used
Mushkil is used in both formal and informal contexts. It can be found in spoken conversations as well as written texts, and is understood across various Hindi-speaking regions.