nehézségekben

Nehézségekben is a Hungarian locative plural form derived from the noun nehézség, meaning difficulty or hardship. The expression denotes a state in which someone or something experiences difficulties, problems, or adversity. Grammatically it is formed from the plural nehézségek plus the locative suffix -ben, and is typically used with verbs such as van (is/are in) or with constructions that describe becoming or finding oneself in a state.

Usage and meaning: The phrase describes situations affecting individuals, groups, organizations, or communities, whether economic, social, health-related, or operational. It appears in news reporting, literature, and everyday language to indicate that someone is facing hardship. Common constructions include "Az ország nehézségekben van" (The country is in difficulties) and "A vállalat nehézségekben találta magát az energiaárak emelkedése miatt" (The company found itself in difficulties because of rising energy prices). It emphasizes a state rather than a single event.

Related terms: nehézség (difficulty), nehéz időszak (difficult period), válság (crisis), problémák (problems). Nuances can be expressed with alternative constructions, such as "nehézségekkel küzd" (struggles with difficulties) or "a nehézségekkel együtt él" (lives with the difficulties).

Etymology: The form comes from nehézség (difficulty) and the standard Hungarian locative suffix -ben, used to indicate location or state.