lừ thừ

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The Vietnamese word "lừ thừ" is an adjective that describes a state of being sluggish, slow, or lethargic. It conveys a sense of being slow in movement or thought, similar to the meaning of "lờ đờ."

Usage Instructions:

You can use "lừ thừ" to describe someone who is moving slowly or someone who seems tired and unenergetic. It can refer to physical slowness as well as a mental state where someone is not very alert or responsive.

Examples:

1. Physical Usage:

   • "Hôm nay tôi cảm thấy lừ thừ và không muốn làm gì cả." (Today I feel sluggish and don’t want to do anything.)

2. Mental Usage:

   • "Anh ta lừ thừ trong khi nghe bài giảng." (He was slow to respond while listening to the lecture.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "lừ thừ" can be used to describe someone who is not just physically slow but also emotionally or mentally disengaged. For example, you might say: - "Cô ấy lừ thừ sau khi nghe tin buồn." (She was lethargic after hearing the bad news.)

Word Variants:

• "Lờ đờ": This is a synonym that carries a similar meaning and can be used interchangeably with "lừ thừ."
• "Chậm chạp": This means slow or sluggish but can refer more generally to slowness in actions or processes.

Different Meanings:

While "lừ thừ" primarily refers to a state of lethargy or slowness, it can also imply a lack of enthusiasm or motivation, such as during a boring or uninteresting situation.

Synonyms:

• Lờ đờ: Similar in meaning, often used interchangeably.
• Chậm chạp: Means slow, but can refer to both mental and physical slowness.
• Uể oải: This means languid or listless, often used to describe a lack of energy.

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