piece of work

• Expressão usada para descrever uma pessoa, geralmente de forma negativa ou crítica, indicando que ela é difícil, desagradável ou tem uma personalidade forte. Também pode se referir literalmente a um trabalho realizado ou a uma criação.

A phrase used to describe a person, often in a negative or critical way, implying they are difficult, unpleasant, or have a strong personality. Can also refer literally to a completed task or creation.

1. A difficult or unpleasant personB2informal

   Used to describe someone who is complicated, difficult to deal with, or unpleasant.

   figura difícil

   • That new manager is a real piece of work.
   • She's a piece of work, always causing trouble.
   • He's a piece of work, isn't he? Never listens to anyone.

2. A product or creationB1formal

   An item that has been produced or created, often referring to art, literature, or craftsmanship.

   Obra

   • This painting is a beautiful piece of work.
   • The novel is considered a masterful piece of work.
   • The architect presented his latest piece of work to the committee.