面倒

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 面倒, read めんどう, is a conventional noun and state expression with two uses: trouble and care.
• Basic usage: 書類が面倒だ means troublesome, while 犬の面倒を見る means taking care of it.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Distinguishing meanings
  • The care sense appears in the fixed expression 面倒を見る; do not misread it as judging the cared-for person or animal annoying.