duyên dáng

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The Vietnamese word "duyên dáng" means "graceful" or "charming." It is often used to describe a person's appearance, behavior, or style that is pleasing and attractive.

Usage Instructions

You can use "duyên dáng" to compliment someone, particularly women, on their elegance or charm. It can refer to their physical appearance, their mannerisms, or even their clothing.

Examples

1. Nụ cười duyên dáng - This means "a charming smile." You might say this when someone has a smile that lights up their face and makes them look very attractive.
2. Cô ấy rất duyên dáng trong chiếc váy này - "She looks very graceful in this dress." This shows that the dress enhances her elegance.

Advanced Usage

In more advanced contexts, "duyên dáng" can also describe how someone carries themselves or their poise. For example, you could say: - Phong thái duyên dáng - "Graceful demeanor." This refers to the way a person behaves or presents themselves in a composed and elegant manner.

Word Variants

• Duyên: This part of the term can mean "charm" or "fate," often related to relationships or social connections.
• Dáng: This refers to shape or figure, often used in contexts like body shape.

Different Meanings

While "duyên dáng" primarily refers to gracefulness and charm, it can also imply a sense of social grace or the ability to interact pleasantly with others.

Synonyms

• Thanh lịch: This means "elegant," and can be used similarly, though it focuses more on style.
• Quyến rũ: This means "alluring" or "seductive," which emphasizes attractiveness in a more romantic or sexual way.

Academic

1. Graceful, charming
   • Nụ cười duyên dáng
     A charming girl