Bothers
Pronunciation: /ˈbɑːðər/
Bothers (verb)
- to make someone feel upset or annoyed
- to take the time to do something, often when it's not necessary
Examples
- Loud noises can bother people trying to concentrate.
- Does it bother you when the phone rings constantly?
Common collocations: bother someone, bother with details, bother to try, bother with chores, a real bother
Bothers (noun)
- a feeling of being annoyed or worried
- a situation that causes trouble or difficulty
Examples
- His constant interruptions were a real bother.
- The noise outside is such a bother.