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hard as Chinese algebra

hard as Chinese algebra adjective: very difficult.

Adjective

hard as Chinese algebra (not comparable)

  1. (humorous, simile) Very difficult.
  2. (humorous, simile) Very hard in texture, especially: having a very firm erection.

Synonyms of hard as Chinese algebra

Origin of hard as Chinese algebra

Since algebra and the Chinese language are both widely regarded as difficult to learn.

Questions about hard as Chinese algebra

What does hard as Chinese algebra mean?
Hard as Chinese algebra means very difficult.
What part of speech is hard as Chinese algebra?
Hard as Chinese algebra is an adjective.

Words near hard as Chinese algebra in the dictionary

  1. hard act to follow
  2. hard acts to follow
  3. hard and fast
  4. hard as a rock
  5. hard as brazil
  6. hard as Chinese algebra
  7. hard as Chinese arithmetic
  8. hard as iron
  9. hard as nails
  10. hard as the nether millstone
  11. hard ask

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