kêu nài

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The Vietnamese word "kêu nài" is a verb that means "to beseech" or "to entreat." It refers to the act of earnestly asking or pleading for something, often with a sense of urgency or desperation.

Usage Instructions:

• "Kêu nài" is typically used in contexts where someone is making a heartfelt request or appeal, often when they feel that their situation is critical or they really need something.
• You can use "kêu nài" when you want to describe someone who is begging or pleading for help or a favor.

Example:

• Sentence in Vietnamese: Anh ấy đã kêu nài xin tôi giúp đỡ trong lúc khó khăn.
• Translation: He begged me to help him in his difficult time.

Advanced Usage:

In more formal or literary contexts, "kêu nài" can be used to express deep emotional appeals or situations where someone is struggling and is making a heartfelt request. It can also imply a sense of desperation or urgency in the request.

Word Variants:

• "Kêu" (to call out) and "nài" (to plead) can be understood separately, where "kêu" signifies calling or shouting, and "nài" focuses on the act of pleading.

Different Meanings:

While "kêu nài" primarily means to beseech, it can also imply a more general sense of asking for something persistently. However, it usually carries a heavier emotional weight compared to simply asking.

Synonyms:

• "Van xin" (to plead)
• "Cầu xin" (to request or pray for)
• "Nài nỉ" (to insist or beg persistently)

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verb

1. to beseech; to entreat