prob
n. countablen. a short way of saying or writing 'problem'. You use this when you are texting or talking to friends and want to save time.
n. a clipped form of 'problem' used in casual speech and digital communication. Often appears in the phrase 'no prob' as a response to a request or thanks.
I can help you with that, no prob.
I'm running five minutes late, but it shouldn't be a big prob for the team.
While 'no prob' is a staple of instant messaging, using it in a formal email might suggest a lack of professional distance or seriousness.
Informal clipping; primarily used in spoken English or digital messaging rather than formal prose.
There is a big prob with the contract.There is a big problem with the contract.The clipped form 'prob' is too informal for professional or legal documents; use the full word 'problem' instead.