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hell to pay

/ˈhel tə peɪ/

翻译: 非正式表达,指某种行为或事件将招致严重的麻烦、沉重的后果或激烈的责难。

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/ˈhel tə peɪ/C1slang
  • zh非正式表达,指某种行为或事件将招致严重的麻烦、沉重的后果或激烈的责难。

An informal expression referring to serious trouble, severe consequences, or a difficult situation that will result from a particular action or event.

  1. Serious trouble or consequencesC1informal

    A situation where there will be severe trouble, punishment, or negative consequences.

    zh严重的麻烦或后果

    • If the boss finds out about the mistake, there will be hell to pay.
    • He knew that if he missed the deadline, there would be hell to pay.
    • When the truth came out, there was hell to pay at the office.