calvary(a life-size representation of the crucifixion) noun [UK: ˈkæl.və.ri] [US: ˈkæl.və.ri]
ordeal [ordeals](a painful or trying experience) noun [UK: ɔː.ˈdiːl] [US: ɔːr.ˈdiːl]John has been through quite an ordeal. = John ha passato un bel calvario.