pitfall in Portuguese
pitfall in Portuguese is armadilha, cilada, fojo — pitfall means a hidden hole dug in the ground as a trap, so that whatever falls in cannot climb out.
pitfall in Portuguese
armadilha
(figurative) A potential, unsuspected, hidden problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.
cilada
(figurative) A potential, unsuspected, hidden problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.
fojo
(literal) A type of trap consisting of a concealed pit in the ground, which the victim is supposed to fall into and not be able to get out from.
What does "pitfall" mean?
- noun A hidden hole dug in the ground as a trap, so that whatever falls in cannot climb out.
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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."
- noun A commonly used but counterproductive approach or practice.
- 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 Portuguese?
"pitfall" in Portuguese is armadilha, cilada, fojo. pitfall means: A hidden hole dug in the ground as a trap, so that whatever falls in cannot climb out.
Are there other ways to say "pitfall" in Portuguese?
Yes — Portuguese has 3 translations listed for "pitfall": armadilha, cilada, fojo.
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