woes
n. C / U C1 Advanced US //ˈwoʊz// UK //wˈəʊz// woes
n. big problems or troubles that cause a lot of worry. People often use this word when talking about money or serious life difficulties.
n. great sorrows or distress; serious problems or misfortunes. Often used in the plural to describe systemic or financial difficulties.
The company is facing serious financial woes.
The country's economic woes have led to a sharp increase in the cost of living for many families.
The report highlights how the city's infrastructure woes are not merely a matter of funding, but a result of decades of administrative neglect and poor urban planning.
Usage
Commonly used in the plural form ('woes') when referring to a collection of problems.