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bugbear in Dutch

bugbear in Dutch is bête noire, boeman, schrikbeeld — bugbear means an ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity.

bugbear in Dutch

bête noire
noun
An ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity.
boeman
noun
A source of dread; resentment; or irritation. [from late 16th c.]
schrikbeeld
noun
A source of dread; resentment; or irritation. [from late 16th c.]
spookbeeld
noun
(folklore, fantasy) A generic creature, often described as a large goblin, meant to inspire fear in children.

What does "bugbear" mean?

  1. noun An ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity.
  2. noun A source of dread; resentment; or irritation.
  3. noun A generic creature, often described as a large goblin, meant to inspire fear in children.
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What is "bugbear" in Dutch?

"bugbear" in Dutch is bête noire, boeman, schrikbeeld. bugbear means: An ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity.

Are there other ways to say "bugbear" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 4 translations listed for "bugbear": bête noire, boeman, schrikbeeld, spookbeeld.

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