settle/solve the problem

[joham]

I am afraid we must settle/solve the problem of what to do with him.

Do the two verbs mean the same thing in this context?

Thank you in advance.

 

[emsr2d2]

I am afraid we must settle/solve the problem of what to do with him.

Do the two verbs mean the same thing in this context?

Thank you in advance.

I wouldn't say "settle a problem", only "solve a problem" or "resolve a problem/an issue".

 

[SoothingDave]

You settle issues or settle disputes. You solve or resolve problems.