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hornets' nest in Russian

hornets' nest in Russian is оси́ное гнездо́.

hornets' nest in Russian

оси́ное гнездо́

noun

Pronounced: osinoye gnezdo

(figurative) An unpleasant or controversial situation likely to be exacerbated by outside involvement.

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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 "hornets' nest" in Russian?

"hornets' nest" in Russian is оси́ное гнездо́.

How do you pronounce оси́ное гнездо́?

"hornets' nest" in Russian is оси́ное гнездо́, pronounced "osinoye gnezdo".

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