cãi bướng

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The Vietnamese word "cãi bướng" is a verb that means "to argue obstinately." It describes a situation where someone stubbornly disagrees or argues, often refusing to listen to reason or change their opinion, even when presented with good arguments or facts.

Usage Instructions:

• "Cãi bướng" is typically used in informal contexts and can describe interactions between friends, family members, or even in a classroom setting.
• It often carries a negative connotation, suggesting that the person is being unreasonable or difficult.

Example:

• Sentence: "Mặc dù tôi đã giải thích rõ ràng, nhưng cô ấy vẫn cãi bướng."
• Translation: "Even though I explained clearly, she still argued obstinately."

Advanced Usage:

In more complex sentences or discussions, "cãi bướng" can be used to describe a pattern of behavior, such as: - "Anh ta luôn cãi bướng khi có ai đó đưa ra ý kiến khác." - "He always argues obstinately when someone presents a different opinion."

Word Variants:

• Cãi: This part of the phrase means "to argue" or "to dispute."
• Bướng: This means "stubborn" or "obstinate."

Different Meanings:

• While "cãi bướng" specifically refers to obstinate arguing, "cãi" alone can simply mean "to argue" without the connotation of stubbornness.

Synonyms:

• Cãi nhau: This means "to quarrel" or "to argue" but can be less about stubbornness and more about a disagreement.
• Cãi cọ: This means "to bicker" or "to argue over small matters," which can also imply a more trivial dispute.

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verb

1. to argue obstinately