chễm chện

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The Vietnamese word "chễm chệ" describes a state of being proud or self-satisfied, often with an air of superiority. It can be used to express a sense of being comfortably settled in a position or situation, sometimes implying a bit of arrogance or overconfidence.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "chễm chệ" to describe a person who is sitting or standing in a confident manner, often showing off their status or achievements.
• The phrase "như chễm chệ" means "like someone who is proud or self-satisfied," and you can use it to compare someone's posture or attitude.

Example:

• "Anh ấy ngồi chễm chệ trên ghế sofa, khoe chiếc xe mới." (He sat proudly on the sofa, showing off his new car.)

Advanced Usage:

• In more complex sentences, "chễm chệ" can be used to describe various situations, such as when someone is taking up space or resources in a way that seems overly confident or presumptuous.
• Example: "Cô ấy luôn chễm chệ trong cuộc họp, như thể ý kiến của cô ấy là quan trọng nhất." (She always sits confidently in meetings, as if her opinion is the most important.)

Word Variants:

• "Chễm chệ" can be modified to fit different contexts, such as "ngồi chễm chệ" (sitting proudly) or "đứng chễm chệ" (standing proudly).

Different Meanings:

• While "chễm chệ" primarily conveys pride or self-satisfaction, it can also refer to someone being too comfortable in a situation, possibly to the point of becoming complacent.

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1. như chễm chệ