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pit of the stomach

/ˈpɪt əv ðə ˈstʌmək/

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phrase

/ˈpɪt əv ðə ˈstʌmək/B2informal
  • ruФраза, обозначающая нижнюю центральную часть живота, часто ассоциирующаяся с внутренним чувством тревоги, страха или интуиции.

A phrase referring to the lower central part of the abdomen, often associated with a visceral feeling of anxiety, fear, or intuition.

  1. Physical sensation of anxietyB2informal

    The area in the middle of the abdomen where one feels a strong physical sensation, often associated with fear, nervousness, or a sudden emotional shock.

    ruПод ложечкой

    • I felt a knot in the pit of my stomach before the interview.
    • The news hit him right in the pit of the stomach.
    • She had a sinking feeling in the pit of her stomach when she saw the bill.
  2. Intuition or gut feelingB2informal

    A deep, instinctive feeling or intuition about something, often negative.

    ruИнтуиция или внутреннее чутьё

    • In the pit of his stomach, he knew something was wrong.
    • She had a feeling in the pit of her stomach that they were lost.
    • Trust the pit of your stomach; it's usually right.