fox in the henhouse in Japanese

fox in the henhouse in Japanese is 猫に鰹節.

fox in the henhouse in Japanese

猫に鰹節

noun

Pronounced: nekonikatsuobushi

(idiomatic, metaphor) Someone untrustworthy placed in a position of trust in which they will be harmful, damaging or detrimental for their own personal gain.

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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.

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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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Frequently asked questions

What is "fox in the henhouse" in Japanese?

"fox in the henhouse" in Japanese is 猫に鰹節.

How do you pronounce 猫に鰹節?

"fox in the henhouse" in Japanese is 猫に鰹節, pronounced "nekonikatsuobushi".

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