cháy túi

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The Vietnamese phrase "cháy túi" literally translates to "burned pocket." It is an informal or colloquial expression that means to have run out of money, especially after spending a lot or losing it, often in a gambling context.

Meaning:

• "Cháy túi" is used when someone has lost all their money, typically after gambling or spending excessively. It can also imply being broke or having no money left.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "cháy túi" when talking about someone who has lost money, whether in gambling, shopping, or any other situation where they end up with no cash.

Example:

• "Sau một đêm đánh bạc, tôi đã cháy túi."
  • Translation: "After a night of gambling, I ended up broke."

Advanced Usage:

• You can use "cháy túi" in various contexts beyond gambling, like after a shopping spree or an expensive outing. For example:
  • "Mới đi du lịch về, tôi đã cháy túi."

Word Variants:

• You might hear related phrases like "cháy ví," which has a similar meaning and also refers to being out of money, but it can imply a more general sense of financial loss rather than just from gambling.

Different Meanings:

• While "cháy túi" primarily refers to the loss of money, it can also metaphorically describe a situation where someone feels overwhelmed or depleted (not just financially).

Academic

1. (thông tục) Cleaned out
   • canh bạc cháy túi
     to be cleaned out in a gambling session