We use “There is something wrong with + noun” when we feel a problem exists, but we are not sure what exactly it is. It is very common in daily conversation. For example, if your phone is not working properly, you can say, “There is something wrong with my phone.” This structure helps you express doubt or concern in a simple way. You can use it at home, at work, or while talking to friends. It sounds natural and polite. Instead of explaining the full problem, you just point out that something is not right.
◎ Important Points
- Use this structure when the problem is unclear or unknown
- Always follow it with a noun (thing/person/place)
- Use “is” for singular and “are” for plural nouns
- Common in informal and formal speaking
- Shows concern or suspicion
- Do not use it when the problem is already clear
- Keep the sentence simple and natural
➤Key Concept
✅ Sentence Structure: There is something wrong with + noun
Example: There is something wrong with my laptop.
This structure helps you talk about a problem without giving full details. It is very useful in everyday conversations.
Tip: Use this sentence when you are not sure about the exact issue but feel something is not right.
➤ Common Mistakes To Avoid
| Common Mistake | Wrong Example | Correct Example |
|---|---|---|
| Missing “is” | There something wrong with my phone | There is something wrong with my phone |
| Using wrong verb | There are something wrong with my car | There is something wrong with my car |
| Wrong word order | Something is wrong there with my phone | There is something wrong with my phone |
| Missing “with” | There is something wrong my laptop | There is something wrong with my laptop |
| Using when problem is clear | There is something wrong with my broken screen | My screen is broken |
➤ Examples
- There is something wrong with my internet connection.
- There is something wrong with the fridge. It’s not cooling.
- There is something wrong with him today. He looks upset.
- There is something wrong with this file. I can’t open it.
- There is something wrong with the car engine.
- There is something wrong with my order. This is not what I asked for.
- There is something wrong with the lights in this room.
- There is something wrong with your phone sound. I can’t hear you.
- There is something wrong with this app. It keeps crashing.
➤ Practice Examples
A. Fill in the blanks
- There ___ something wrong with my watch.
- There is something wrong ___ my laptop.
- There ___ something wrong with the printer.
- There is something wrong with ___ phone.
- There ___ something wrong with this machine.
B. Change incorrect sentence to correct one
- There something wrong with my bag.
- There are something wrong with my bike.
- There is something wrong my phone.
- Something is wrong there with my laptop.
- There is wrong something with my TV.
C. Speak this sentence aloud
- There is something wrong with my phone.
- There is something wrong with the internet.
- There is something wrong with this machine.
- There is something wrong with my order.
- There is something wrong with your voice.
