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can of worms in Chinese

can of worms in Chinese is 棘手的問題.

can of worms in Chinese

棘手的問題

noun

Pronounced: jí shǒu de wèn tí

(idiomatic) A complex, troublesome situation arising when a decision or action produces considerable subsequent problems.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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"can of worms" in Chinese is 棘手的問題.

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"can of worms" in Chinese is 棘手的問題, pronounced "jí shǒu de wèn tí".

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