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there is any trouble vs there are any troubles

Both phrases are not correct. The correct way to express this idea is "Is there any trouble?" when referring to a singular issue or problem, and "Are there any troubles?" when referring to multiple issues or problems.

Last updated: March 30, 2024 • 5632 views

there is any trouble

This phrase is not correct in English. The subject 'trouble' is singular, so it should be paired with 'is' instead of 'are'.

The correct way to ask about a singular issue or problem is 'Is there any trouble?'
  • Agent Jinks, if there is any trouble, I shall rely on your ATF training.
  • A quarter of what you'll lose in a month if there is any more trouble.
  • If there is any indication of trouble, I'll come immediately.
  • Is there any other trouble in the area that he could get into?
  • Any trouble is a bad trouble today.
  • Hasn't been in any trouble since.
  • I notify the police of any trouble.
  • We've been operating here 50 years without any trouble until George came along.
  • I'm not trying to create any trouble.
  • He never gave me any trouble.
  • I could get fired for this because the owners don't like any trouble.
  • I'm not here for any trouble.
  • That way, we can pass inspection without any trouble.
  • Happy birthday, for any trouble we've caused.
  • If any trouble starts, we'll telephone for help.
  • I don't want any trouble, which means no witches.
  • You and me haven't got any trouble.
  • Come on out and there won't be any trouble.
  • I seem to be able to handle my Hispano-Suiza without any trouble.
  • There's never been any trouble here.

Alternatives:

  • Is there any trouble?

there are any troubles

This phrase is not correct in English. The subject 'troubles' is plural, so it should be paired with 'are' instead of 'is'.

The correct way to ask about multiple issues or problems is 'Are there any troubles?'
  • Any trouble is a bad trouble today.
  • Hasn't been in any trouble since.
  • I notify the police of any trouble.
  • We've been operating here 50 years without any trouble until George came along.
  • I'm not trying to create any trouble.
  • He never gave me any trouble.
  • I could get fired for this because the owners don't like any trouble.
  • I'm not here for any trouble.
  • That way, we can pass inspection without any trouble.
  • Happy birthday, for any trouble we've caused.
  • If any trouble starts, we'll telephone for help.
  • I don't want any trouble, which means no witches.
  • You and me haven't got any trouble.
  • Come on out and there won't be any trouble.
  • I seem to be able to handle my Hispano-Suiza without any trouble.
  • There's never been any trouble here.
  • There's never been any trouble...
  • I think I know why you're not having any trouble from Cooperton.
  • I won't cause you any trouble, I promise.
  • Please let? I don't want to cause any trouble.

Alternatives:

  • Are there any troubles?

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