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pitfall in Spanish

pitfall in Spanish is escollo, trampa, asechanza — pitfall means a hidden hole dug in the ground as a trap, so that whatever falls in cannot climb out.

pitfall in Spanish

escollo
noun
(figurative) A potential, unsuspected, hidden problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.
trampa
noun
(figurative) A potential, unsuspected, hidden problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.
asechanza
noun
(figurative) A potential, unsuspected, hidden problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.
obstáculo
noun
(figurative) A potential, unsuspected, hidden problem, hazard, or danger that is easily encountered but not immediately obvious.
trampa
noun
(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?

  1. noun A hidden hole dug in the ground as a trap, so that whatever falls in cannot climb out.
  2. 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."
  3. noun A commonly used but counterproductive approach or practice.
  4. 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 Spanish?
"pitfall" in Spanish is escollo, trampa, asechanza. 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 Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 4 translations listed for "pitfall": escollo, trampa, asechanza, obstáculo.
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