noun, na-adjective
troublesome; bothersome; a hassle
Describes something that is annoying or requires unwanted effort. Often used in the phrase 面倒くさい.
毎日の料理が面倒だ。
Cooking every day is a hassle.
手続きが面倒で、まだ始
The procedure is such a bother that I haven't started yet.
noun, na-adjective
Refers to a problematic situation or difficulty, often used in set phrases like 面倒を起こす (cause trouble) or 面倒を見る (take care of).
彼はいつも面倒を起こす。
He always causes trouble.
noun
Used almost exclusively in the phrase 面倒を見る, meaning to take care of someone or something.
祖母の面倒を見るのは大変だ。
Taking care of my grandmother is hard work.
彼は弟の面倒をよく見る。
He takes good care of his younger brother.