The Vietnamese word "gây nhiễu" means "to jam" or "to interfere" with a signal, particularly in the context of radio transmissions. It refers to the act of disrupting or obstructing the normal functioning of communication signals, making it difficult for the intended message to be received clearly.
In more advanced contexts, "gây nhiễu" can also relate to data signals in computer networks. For example, one might say, "Các tấn công mạng có thể gây nhiễu hệ thống thông tin." (Cyber attacks can jam the information system.)
While "gây nhiễu" primarily refers to signal jamming, in a more metaphorical sense, it can also describe situations where communication becomes unclear or obstructed due to distractions or misunderstandings.