kinh khủng

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The Vietnamese word "kinh khủng" can be translated into English as "frightful" or "horrible." It is used to describe something that is very scary, terrible, or extremely bad.

Usage Instructions:

• "Kinh khủng" can be used in both serious and informal contexts. It often conveys a strong negative feeling.
• You can use it to describe events, situations, or even feelings that are overwhelming or shocking.

Examples:

1. Mẫu câu (Sentence example):

   • Một tai nạn kinh khủng.
   • (Translation: A frightful accident.)

2. Mẫu câu (Sentence example):

   • Trời mưa kinh khủng.
   • (Translation: The rain came down with a vengeance.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Kinh khủng" can be used in more complex sentences to emphasize the degree of something.
• For example: "Cảm giác kinh khủng khi xem bộ phim đó."
  • (Translation: The feeling was frightful when watching that movie.)

Word Variants:

• You might come across related phrases such as "kinh khủng quá" (very frightful) or "kinh khủng lắm" (extremely horrible), which intensify the meaning.

Different Meanings:

• While "kinh khủng" primarily describes something frightening or terrible, in some contexts, it can also be used humorously or sarcastically. For instance, if someone makes a mistake, you might say, "Điều đó kinh khủng quá!" meaning "That’s horrible!" in a playful tone.

Synonyms:

• Some synonyms for "kinh khủng" include:
  • Khủng khiếp: terrifying, dreadful.
  • Đáng sợ: scary, frightening.
  • Tồi tệ: terrible, bad.

Academic

1. Frightful, horrible
   • Một tai nạn kinh khủng
     A frightful accident.
2. (thông tục) with a vengeance
   • Trời mưa kinh khủng
     The rain came down with a vengeance