hardship

n.

1. 艰难, 困苦
   • He was willing to face any hardship in fulfillment of his duty.
     他愿意面对任何困难去履行他的职责。
2. 艰难情况
   • My mother suffered all kinds of hardships throughout her life.
     我母亲一生尝到了各种辛酸。