pitfall

• Substantiv, das eine verborgene oder unerwartete Gefahr, Schwierigkeit oder Falle bezeichnet, sowohl im wörtlichen Sinn (getarnte Grube) als auch im übertragenen Sinn (unvorhergesehenes Problem).

A noun referring to a hidden or unsuspected danger, difficulty, or trap, whether literal (a concealed hole) or figurative (an unforeseen problem).

1. Hidden danger or difficultyB2formal

   An unexpected or hidden problem that can cause trouble or failure.

   Versteckte Gefahr oder Schwierigkeit

   • One common pitfall of investing is not diversifying your portfolio.
   • The project had many pitfalls that the team had to navigate.
   • He warned me about the pitfalls of starting a business without a plan.

   Synonymecatchdangerdifficultydownsidedrawbackhazardperilsnaretrap

2. Concealed trapB2formal

   A hidden hole or trap used to catch animals or people.

   Versteckte Falle

   • The hunter dug a pitfall to capture the wild boar.
   • Ancient warriors used pitfalls as a defensive strategy.
   • The explorer fell into a pitfall covered with leaves.

   Synonymebooby trapmantrappitsnaretrap