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pitfall in Irish

pitfall in Irish is gaiste — pitfall means a hidden hole dug in the ground as a trap, so that whatever falls in cannot climb out.

pitfall in Irish

gaiste
noun
(figurative) A potential, unsuspected, hidden problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.

What does "pitfall" mean?

  1. noun A hidden hole dug in the ground as a trap, so that whatever falls in cannot climb out.
  2. noun A hidden danger or difficulty that you can easily run into without expecting it.
    "It's usually a simple task, but you should know the pitfalls before you attempt it yourself."
  3. noun A commonly used but counterproductive approach or practice.
  4. noun A dip in the ground caused by the collapse of a mine below it.
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pitfall in a sentence

  • It's usually a simple task, but you should know the pitfalls before you attempt it yourself.

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What is "pitfall" in Irish?
"pitfall" in Irish is gaiste. pitfall means: A hidden hole dug in the ground as a trap, so that whatever falls in cannot climb out.
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