china en el zapato

Language: es

1.
SpainLatin Americacolloquialinformal
- A small but persistent annoyance or problem that causes continuous discomfort or irritation.
- An ongoing obstacle or detail that repeatedly disrupts progress or peace of mind.
2.
SpainLatin Americacolloquialinformal
- A person who is a recurring nuisance or source of trouble.
- A minor grievance or irritation that nevertheless remains unresolved and bothersome.

Examples:

ES: Tengo una china en el zapato.
EN: I have got a stone in my shoe.
ES: Una china en el zapato.
EN: It's just a little hitch in our get-along.
ES: Tarasov no es la única china en el zapato
EN: Tarasov is not the only pebble on the beach.
ES: Como una china en el zapato, cada vez que él...
EN: Like a stick in the eye, every time he...

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