English Reference
Idiom idiom

it is difficult for sb to do sth


You use this pattern to say that an action is not easy for a specific person.


SIMPLE

“It is difficult for me to wake up early.”

CONTEXTUAL

“Because he does not speak the language well, it is difficult for him to understand the local news.”

COMPLEX

“Given the complexity of the new tax laws, it is difficult for most citizens to complete their annual filings without professional assistance.”

Last updated April 22, 2026