ngô nghê

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The Vietnamese word "ngô nghê" is an adjective that means "silly" or "foolish." It describes someone who acts or speaks in a way that shows a lack of intelligence or common sense.

Usage Instructions:

• "Ngô nghê" is often used to describe someone's actions, words, or behavior that seem naive or not well thought out.
• It can be used in both casual conversations and slightly more formal contexts, but be cautious, as it can also have a negative connotation.

Example Sentences:

1. Ăn nói ngô nghê. - "To talk foolishly."

   • This means that someone is speaking without thinking clearly or is making silly statements.

2. Cô ấy thật ngô nghê khi tin vào điều đó. - "She is really foolish to believe that."

   • This suggests that the person made an unwise decision by believing something that doesn't make sense.

Advanced Usage:

• You can use "ngô nghê" in more complex sentences or even in literary contexts to describe characters or situations that display a lack of wisdom or foolishness.

Word Variants:

• Ngô nghê hóa: This means "to become foolish" or "to act foolishly."
• Ngô nghê như trẻ con: "Foolish like a child." This phrase emphasizes innocence or naivety.

Different Meanings:

While "ngô nghê" primarily means "silly" or "foolish," in some contexts, it can imply innocence or a lack of experience, similar to a child’s perspective.

Synonyms:

• Ngốc nghếch: Also means "silly" or "foolish," but can have a slightly lighter tone.
• Khờ khạo: Means "simple-minded" or "naive," often used to describe someone who doesn’t understand things easily.

Academic

1. Silly, foolish
   • Ăn nói ngô nghê
     To talk foolishly