poisoned chalice in Czech

poisoned chalice in Czech is danajský dar, medvědí služba.

poisoned chalice in Czech

danajský dar

noun

(idiomatic) Something which is initially regarded as advantageous but which is later recognized to be disadvantageous or harmful; an apparently beneficial or benign instrument or scheme for causing death or harm.

medvědí služba

noun

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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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What is "poisoned chalice" in Czech?

"poisoned chalice" in Czech is danajský dar, medvědí služba.

Are there other ways to say "poisoned chalice" in Czech?

Yes — Czech has 2 translations listed for "poisoned chalice": danajský dar, medvědí služba.

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