English Reference
Idiom idiom

too hard


This describes something that is more difficult than you can manage. You use it when a task or problem is beyond your ability or requires too much effort.


SIMPLE

“This math homework is too hard for me.”

CONTEXTUAL

“She tried to fix the broken computer, but she eventually gave up because it was too hard.”

COMPLEX

“Although he studied the complex manual for hours, he concluded that the advanced software was simply too hard to master without professional training.”

Last updated April 22, 2026