businessintermediateuniversal
Esto es un tema espinoso.
/EH-sto es oon TEH-mah es-pee-NOH-so/
This is a thorny issue.
When to use it
Use when discussing a sensitive or complicated topic that could cause conflict or discomfort.
In conversation
—Vamos a hablar de los despidos... —Mejor no, es un tema espinoso.
“—Let’s talk about the layoffs... —Better not, it’s a thorny issue.”