Meaning
pitfall, trap, hazard
- A hidden danger, trick, or deceitful trap.
In a sentence
Quel contratto apparentemente vantaggioso nascondeva molte insidie legali.
That seemingly advantageous contract concealed many legal pitfalls.
Il percorso montano è affascinante ma nasconde diverse insidie.
The mountain route is fascinating but hides several hazards.
Un bravo negoziatore sa riconoscere le insidie delle controproposte.
A good negotiator knows how to recognize the pitfalls of counterproposals.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| insidia | feminine · singular |
| insidie | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Very often used in the plural 'insidie' to indicate unseen obstacles or risks.