gạ gẫm

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The Vietnamese word "gạ gẫm" is a verb that means to flirt or to make advances towards someone, typically in a romantic or sexual context. It often involves playful or suggestive behavior aimed at attracting someone's interest.

Usage Instructions:

• "Gạ gẫm" is commonly used in informal conversations. It can refer to seeking romantic interest or making a pass at someone.
• The word is typically used when talking about interactions between people, especially in social settings.

Example:

1. Simple Example: "Anh ấy đã gạ gẫm cô ấy suốt buổi tiệc." (He flirted with her all night at the party.)
2. Contextual Example: "Khi anh ấy gạ gẫm, cô ấy không biết phải phản ứng thế nào." (When he made advances, she didn't know how to respond.)

Advanced Usage:

• In more complex sentences, "gạ gẫm" can be used to describe the nuances of romantic pursuit, such as persistence, subtlety, or even awkwardness, as in: "Mặc dù cô ấy không thích anh ta, nhưng anh ta vẫn tiếp tục gạ gẫm." (Although she didn't like him, he continued to flirt.)

Word Variants:

• There aren't direct variants of "gạ gẫm," but related terms include:
  • "tán tỉnh": to court or woo someone.
  • "thả thính": to drop hints or flirt playfully, often used in a more lighthearted way.

Different Meanings:

• While "gạ gẫm" primarily refers to flirting, in some contexts, it can also imply a sense of manipulation or insincerity, especially if the advances are unwanted or aggressive.

Synonyms:

• "Tán tỉnh" (to court, to flirt)
• "Thả thính" (to drop hints, to flirt lightly)

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verb

1. to make approaches to (a woman); to make a pass at