béo bệu

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The Vietnamese word "béo bệu" is an adjective used to describe someone or something that is flabbily fat or overweight in a way that suggests softness or a lack of firmness. It often conveys a sense of being round and possibly a bit lazy or sluggish in appearance.

Usage Instructions:

• Context: You can use "béo bệu" to describe a person, an animal, or even an object (like a pillow) that looks soft and plump.
• Formality: It is considered informal and can sometimes carry a humorous or affectionate tone, but be cautious when using it to describe people, as it can be taken negatively in certain contexts.

Example:

• Sentence: "Con mèo của tôi rất béo bệu." Translation: "My cat is very flabbily fat."

Advanced Usage:

• "Béo bệu" can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is overly abundant or excessive, such as "béo bệu giữa dòng đời" which means being overly indulged or complacent in life.

Word Variants:

• The word "béo" means "fat" or "thick."
• "Bệu" can imply a soft or sagging quality.

Different Meanings:

While "béo bệu" primarily refers to physical characteristics, it can also imply a sense of comfort or coziness, especially when describing soft objects or situations that feel indulgent.

Academic

1. Flabbily fat