What does the cryptic crossword clue "Problem is to learn a French instrument (9)" mean?

The definition is "Problem". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CON (synonym of "learn") + UN (abbreviation of "French") + DRUM (synonym of "instrument"); definition: "Problem" The answer is CONUNDRUM.

Problem is to learn a French instrument (9)

Guardian Cryptic #26269 | 17 Across | 2014-05-26 flower

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