lúng túng

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The Vietnamese word "lúng túng" is an adjective that means feeling perplexed or embarrassed. It describes a state where someone feels confused, unsure, or awkward in a situation.

Usage Instructions

You can use "lúng túng" to describe both physical actions and emotional states. It can refer to someone who is unsure of what to do or say, or someone who feels embarrassed in a social situation.

Examples

1. Basic Example:

   • Khi được hỏi câu hỏi khó, cô ấy trở nên lúng túng.
   • (When asked a difficult question, she became perplexed.)

2. Social Situation:

   • Anh ấy cảm thấy lúng túng khi gặp người cũ.
   • (He felt embarrassed when meeting an old acquaintance.)

Advanced Usage

In more complex sentences, "lúng túng" can be used to describe situations that cause confusion or embarrassment, especially in professional or formal contexts.

Word Variants

• Lúng túng can also be modified with adverbs to enhance its meaning. For example:
  • Rất lúng túng (very perplexed)
  • Hơi lúng túng (a bit perplexed)

Different Meanings

While "lúng túng" primarily means perplexed or embarrassed, it can also imply awkwardness in situations where someone is not in control or is fumbling through actions or words.

Academic

adjective

1. perplexed; embarrassed