🇬🇧🇪🇸 issue - asunto : English Lesson

Meaning of "issue" ("asunto"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

An issue is something that needs attention, discussion, or fixing. It can be a problem (like a broken toy), a topic people care about (like saving the planet), or even a new edition of a magazine. Basically, if it makes people stop and say, “Hmm, we need to deal with this,” it’s an issue.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

We had a slight issue in the science lab—now the ceiling glows.

There was an issue with my sandwich… it was missing the sandwich.

My little brother’s main issue is he thinks he’s a dinosaur.

The toilet made a noise and now we definitely have an issue.

There’s an issue with my hair today—it’s trying to become a bird’s nest.

The girl had an issue: her bike tire was flat. She told her mum about the issue and sat to cry. A man saw the issue and said, "This is an easy issue." The boy gave a pump. They pumped the tire. The girl smiled and the issue was gone.

This word is at the A2 level, which means it’s useful for simple, everyday situations. You might use it when shopping, traveling, or talking about your hobbies. Words at this level help you build confidence in practical, routine conversations.

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