chòng chành

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The Vietnamese word "chòng chành" is an adjective that can mean "cranky" or "shaky." It describes a state of being unsteady or unstable, often referring to both physical and emotional states.

Basic Meaning:

1. Cranky: When someone is feeling irritable or easily annoyed. For example, a child who hasn't slept well might be described as "chòng chành."
2. Shaky: Refers to something that is unsteady, like a table with uneven legs or a person who is feeling weak.

Usage Instructions:

• "Chòng chành" is usually used to describe people or things that are not stable or are in a bad mood.
• It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, though it is more common in casual conversation.

Example Sentences:

1. Describing a Person:

   • "Hôm nay tôi cảm thấy chòng chành vì không ngủ đủ giấc." (Today I feel cranky because I didn’t get enough sleep.)

2. Describing an Object:

   • "Bàn này chòng chành, cần phải sửa lại." (This table is shaky; it needs to be fixed.)

Advanced Usage:

In a metaphorical sense, "chòng chành" can also describe a situation that feels precarious or uncertain. For instance: - "Tình hình kinh tế hiện tại rất chòng chành." (The current economic situation is very shaky.)

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "chòng chành," but related words that convey similar meanings might include "khó chịu" (uncomfortable) or "không ổn định" (unstable).

Different Meanings:

While "chòng chành" primarily conveys the meanings of crankiness and shakiness, in some contexts, it can imply a lack of balance in life or a feeling of being overwhelmed.

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adjective

1. cranky; shaky