Grammar fix
create a problem
cause a problem
to do something that leads to a difficulty or makes a situation worse for someone or something
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Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
Bringing your phone to class can create a problem if it rings during the lesson.
Some people believe that new technology can create problems in society, such as increased unemployment.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: It creates me a problem.
Say: It creates a problem for me.
Don't say 'creates me' — use 'create a problem FOR me'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Engender significant difficulties' is formal; 'create / cause a problem' is the everyday phrase.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
create a problem
- a serious
- more problems
- for everyone
- a whole new