poisoned chalice in Russian

poisoned chalice in Russian is медве́жья услу́га.

poisoned chalice in Russian

медве́жья услу́га

noun

Pronounced: medvezhya usluga

(idiomatic) Something which is initially regarded as advantageous but which is later recognized to be disadvantageous or harmful; an apparently beneficial or benign instrument or scheme for causing death or harm.

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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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What is "poisoned chalice" in Russian?

"poisoned chalice" in Russian is медве́жья услу́га.

How do you pronounce медве́жья услу́га?

"poisoned chalice" in Russian is медве́жья услу́га, pronounced "medvezhya usluga".

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