The meaning of the poem was lost in translation.
lost in translation
idiomUnable to be understood due to having been poorly translated.
I tried to explain the joke to my friend, but the humor was lost in translation.
Although the author attempted to convey the cultural nuances of her homeland, much of the emotional depth was unfortunately lost in translation during the final edit.
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get lost
To exit from the scene.
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look as if one had lost a shilling and found sixpence
To look very disappointed.
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look as if one has lost a shilling and found sixpence
To look annoyed or displeased.
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lost cause
A person or thing that is hopeless or futile.
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lost errand
Synonym of fool's errand.
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lost in the shuffle
Failing to stand out or receive attention as a result of a larger-scale change or transformation.
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lost on
Not understood or appreciated by (someone).
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lost to the world
Of a thing, event, etc., no longer used or available; unknown to or forgotten by everyone.