地雷 (dìléi) means "landmine," an explosive device buried underground designed to detonate when triggered. It is used in military, humanitarian, and news contexts, particularly when discussing conflict zones and demining efforts. It can also be used figuratively to mean a hidden danger or trap.
这片土地埋了很多地雷,非常危险。
zhè piàn tǔdì mái le hěnduō dìléi, fēicháng wēixiǎn.
This piece of land has many landmines buried in it and is very dangerous.
战争结束后,清除地雷成了最紧迫的任务。
Zhànzhēng jiéshù hòu, qīngchú dìléi chéng le zuì jǐnpò de rènwù.
After the war ended, clearing landmines became the most urgent task.
这个合同里到处都是地雷,你签之前一定要仔细看。
Zhège hétong lǐ dàochù dōu shì dìléi, nǐ qiān zhīqián yīdìng yào zǐxì kàn.
This contract is full of hidden traps — you must read it carefully before signing.