black art

• Фраза, обозначающая навык, технику или область знаний, которые являются загадочными, неясными или трудными для понимания, часто подразумевая, что они связаны со сложными или эзотерическими практиками.

A phrase referring to a skill, technique, or area of knowledge that is mysterious, obscure, or difficult to understand, often implying that it involves complex or esoteric practices.

1. Magic or sorceryB2formal

   The practice of magic, especially for evil purposes; witchcraft.

   Чёрная магия

   • The villagers believed he practiced black art.
   • Legends often speak of wizards who use black art.
   • She studied black art in secret.

2. Complex or mysterious skillC1informal

   A skill or activity that is very difficult to understand or master, often considered mysterious.

   Тёмное искусство

   • Understanding quantum physics is a black art to most people.
   • Good negotiation is a black art that few truly master.
   • The art of making perfect coffee is a black art.