B2nounformalbusinesstravel
US/ˌɪn.kənˈviːn.jəns/
UK/ˌɪn.kənˈviːn.jəns/
a small problem or difficulty that makes something harder or less comfortable for someone
In context
We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay.
Having no car is a minor inconvenience, since the bus stop is close.
The construction work will cause some inconvenience to residents next week.
Words that go with inconvenience
verb + preposition
- apologize for the inconveniencePlease allow me to apologize for the inconvenience.
verb + noun
- cause inconvenienceThe road closure may cause inconvenience to commuters.
adjective + noun
- minor inconvenienceA late train is only a minor inconvenience for most travelers.
- great inconvenienceThe strike caused great inconvenience to thousands of passengers.
adjective + preposition
- sorry for the inconvenienceWe are sorry for the inconvenience and will refund your fee.
noun + preposition
- inconvenience toThe noise was a real inconvenience to our neighbors.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
an inconvenientCorrect: an inconvenience