have one's work cut out for one

English

Verb

to have one's work cut out for one

1. (idiomatic) To face a large task or project.

   If he plans to translate all the idioms, he has his work cut out for him.

   • 2011 September 16, Ben Dirs, “Rugby World Cup 2011: New Zealand 83-7 Japan”, BBC Sport:

     While Henry will no doubt earmark areas for improvement, and take into account the weakness of the opposition, it was a far more efficient and focused display than against Tonga and suggests the French will have their work cut out to avoid finishing second in the group in Auckland next week.

Translations

Translations

French: avoir du pain sur la planche (to have bread on the board)