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double-edged sword in Japanese

double-edged sword in Japanese is 諸刃の剣.

double-edged sword in Japanese

諸刃の剣

noun

Pronounced: morohanotsurugi

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see double-edged,‎ sword.

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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 "double-edged sword" in Japanese?

"double-edged sword" in Japanese is 諸刃の剣.

How do you pronounce 諸刃の剣?

"double-edged sword" in Japanese is 諸刃の剣, pronounced "morohanotsurugi".

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