悩み

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: The written form is 悩み, read なやみ. This noun denotes a troubling concern or problem that weighs on someone’s mind.
• Basic usage: 進路の悩み identifies the subject of a concern, while 悩みを抱える describes carrying worries inwardly.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• A concern for consultation
  • The career concern is brought to a teacher rather than handled alone. Example: 進路の悩みを先生に相談しました。 — I consulted my teacher about my career concerns.
• Not carrying it alone
  • Instead of continuing to carry the worry alone, the speaker tries discussing it with a friend. Example: 一人で悩みを抱えず、友人に話してみました。 — Rather than carrying my worries alone, I tried talking to a friend.