Definition
to begin to realize the negative consequences or impact of a previous action or decision.
吃苦头
He didn't save for retirement and is now starting to count the cost of that decision.
他没有为退休储蓄，现在开始意识到这个决定带来的负面影响。
She took that job in a hurry and is only now counting the cost to her mental health.
她匆忙接受了那份工作，现在才开始意识到对她心理健康的负面影响。
They bought a cheap house to save money, but they are now counting the cost of the expensive repairs.
他们买了便宜的房子来省钱，但现在开始意识到昂贵的维修费用带来的影响。