kêu rêu

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The Vietnamese word "kêu rêu" means to lament or bewail. It is often used to describe the act of expressing sorrow or grief, usually in a loud or emotional way.

Basic Explanation:

• Meaning: "Kêu rêu" refers to the act of crying out in sadness or mourning, often in a way that attracts attention. It can also imply a sense of complaining or expressing dissatisfaction loudly.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "kêu rêu" when you want to describe someone who is very vocal about their sadness or when someone is complaining loudly about a situation.

Example Sentences:

1. Crying: "Khi bà mất, mọi người trong gia đình đều kêu rêu." (When grandma passed away, everyone in the family lamented.)
2. Complaining: "Anh ấy cứ kêu rêu về việc không có việc làm." (He keeps lamenting about not having a job.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "kêu rêu" can be used metaphorically to describe someone who is constantly complaining or expressing dissatisfaction about life or specific situations.

Word Variants:

• "Kêu": to call out, to shout.
• "Rêu": can refer to a loud cry or noise, often associated with grief or complaint.

Different Meanings:

While "kêu rêu" primarily conveys sadness or complaint, it can also imply a sense of helplessness in a situation.

Synonyms:

• Than vãn: to complain, to lament.
• Đau khổ: to suffer, to grieve.
• Kêu ca: to whine, to complain.

Academic

1. Lament, bewail