noun
trials and tribulations; hardships and difficulties
A yojijukugo emphasizing the experience of enduring severe hardships and troubles. Often used in formal or literary contexts.
彼は辛苦艱難の末、成功を収めた。
After many trials and tribulations, he achieved success.
辛苦艱難を乗り越えて、彼女は強くなった。
Overcoming hardships and difficulties, she became stronger.
A yojijukugo composed of 辛苦 (hardships) and 艱難 (difficulties), both meaning severe suffering, to emphasize the depth of adversity.