kêu ca

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The Vietnamese word "kêu ca" means to complain or to moan about something. It describes the act of expressing dissatisfaction or annoyance, often in a way that might be seen as excessive or habitual.

Usage Instructions

• You can use "kêu ca" when talking about someone who frequently complains about their situation or when you want to describe a scenario where someone is expressing their grievances.
• It can be used in both casual conversations and more formal contexts, depending on how you frame the sentence.

Example

• Sentence: "Cô ấy thường kêu ca về công việc của mình."
• Translation: "She often complains about her job."

Advanced Usage

When using "kêu ca," you can add certain phrases to emphasize the extent of the complaining or to describe the specific context. For example: - "Tính hay kêu ca" translates to "in the habit of complaining," indicating that someone is generally prone to complain about various situations.

Word Variants

• Kêu ca nhiều: means to complain a lot.
• Kêu ca liên tục: means to complain continuously.

Different Meanings

While "kêu ca" primarily focuses on complaining, it can also imply a sense of whining or lamenting about something in a way that might not be taken seriously.

Synonyms

• Phàn nàn: This is another common word for "complain," but it can be a bit more formal.
• Than phiền: This phrase means to feel troubled or to express discontent, often used in more serious contexts.

Academic

1. Complain, moan
   • Tính hay kêu ca
     To be in the habit of complaining