荆棘
thistles, thorns, and brambles; (figurative) hardships or obstacles
HSK 7+ · Frequency 3.4
Meanings
- thorns; brambles; thorny undergrowth (often used metaphorically for obstacles or hardships)
Example sentences
- 人生道路充满荆棘。
- 荒地上长满了荆棘。
thistles, thorns, and brambles; (figurative) hardships or obstacles
HSK 7+ · Frequency 3.4