con cà con kê

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The Vietnamese phrase "con cà con kê" is an idiomatic expression that can be translated as "to chat or gossip" in English. It refers to a casual conversation, often about trivial matters or gossiping about other people.

Usage Instructions:

• "Con cà con kê" is often used in informal contexts when people are discussing light-hearted topics or sharing news about friends, family, or other acquaintances.
• It is commonly used among friends, family members, or in casual gatherings.

Example:

1. Casual Conversation:
   • "Hôm nay chúng ta cùng con cà con kê một chút nhé!"
   • (Today, let’s have a little chat!)

Advanced Usage:

• You might use "con cà con kê" in a sentence to refer to a specific event where people gathered to gossip or talk casually.
  • "Tối qua, cả nhóm đã ngồi lại với nhau để con cà con kê về những chuyện trong lớp."
  • (Last night, the whole group got together to chat about things happening in class.)

Word Variants:

• "Cà kê" can also stand alone to refer to the act of gossiping or chatting.
• Variants can include synonyms or phrases that convey similar meanings, such as "nói chuyện phiếm" (to talk about nothing important) or "tán gẫu" (to chat casually).

Different Meanings:

While "con cà con kê" primarily refers to chatting or gossiping, it can sometimes be used in a negative context to imply that the conversation is idle or not substantive.

Synonyms:

• "Nói chuyện phiếm" (to talk about trivial matters)
• "Tán gẫu" (to chat casually)
• "Nói xấu" (to speak ill of someone, which can also imply gossiping)

Academic

1. Xem cà kê