bàu bạu

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The Vietnamese word "bàu bạu" refers to a facial expression that shows displeasure or annoyance, similar to frowning or scowling in English. This expression is often used to indicate that someone is unhappy or dissatisfied about something.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "bàu bạu" to describe someone's facial expression when they are angry or upset.
• It can also be used to describe the act of frowning itself.

Example:

1. Simple Usage:

   • "Khi nghe tin xấu, cô ấy mặt bàu bạu."
   • (When she heard the bad news, her face was frowning.)

2. Conversation Context:

   • "Tại sao bạn lại mặt bàu bạu như vậy?"
   • (Why do you have such a frowning face?)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "bàu bạu" can be used in idiomatic expressions or to describe an entire mood or atmosphere: - "Hôm nay không khí trong lớp học rất bàu bạu." - (Today, the atmosphere in the classroom is very frowning/tense.)

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "bàu bạu," but related phrases might include:
  • "mặt hằm hằm" (a face showing anger)
  • "mặt cau có" (a sullen face)

Different Meanings:

While "bàu bạu" mainly refers to frowning or scowling, it can also convey a sense of being grumpy or irritable.

Academic

1. Frowning, scowling
   • Mặt bàu bạt
     Frowning face