kèo nèo

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The Vietnamese word "kèo nèo" is a colloquial expression that can be used to describe something that is flimsy, weak, or not very sturdy. It often conveys the idea that something is not reliable or is likely to break easily. This term is often used in a light-hearted or humorous context.

Usage Instructions:

• "Kèo nèo" can be used to describe physical objects, such as furniture or structures that seem unstable.
• It can also be applied metaphorically to describe situations or plans that seem uncertain or not well-thought-out.

Example:

• Physical Context: "Cái ghế này kèo nèo quá, ngồi không an tâm." (This chair is too flimsy; I don't feel safe sitting on it.)
• Metaphorical Context: "Kế hoạch của chúng ta kèo nèo quá, cần phải xem xét lại." (Our plan is too shaky; we need to reconsider it.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced conversations, you might encounter "kèo nèo" being used in idiomatic expressions or in combination with other words to emphasize a lack of stability or reliability. For example: - "Tình hình kinh tế hiện tại rất kèo nèo." (The current economic situation is very shaky.)

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "kèo nèo," but it can be combined with other terms to create phrases, such as "kèo nèo như tờ giấy" (flimsy like a piece of paper).

Different Meanings:

• While "kèo nèo" primarily refers to something that is weak or flimsy, in some contexts, it can also suggest a sense of playfulness or joking about someone or something being unreliable.

Academic

1. như kèo cò