ngưng đọng

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The Vietnamese word "ngưng đọng" can be understood as "to be at a standstill" or "to be stagnant." It describes a situation where something is not moving, progressing, or changing. This term can apply to various contexts, such as work, projects, or even emotions.

Basic Usage

• Meaning: "Ngưng đọng" refers to a state of inactivity or lack of progress.
• Example:
  • "Công việc đang ngưng đọng."

Advanced Usage

In more advanced contexts, "ngưng đọng" can describe: - Projects: When a project is delayed or halted. - Emotions: When someone feels stuck in their feelings or unable to move forward in life.

Word Variants

• Ngưng: to stop or cease.
• Đọng: to accumulate or remain.

Different Meanings

While primarily used to indicate a lack of progress, "ngưng đọng" can also refer to: - Water: When water is stagnant (not flowing). - Ideas: When creative thoughts are not developing or evolving.

Synonyms

• Dừng lại: to stop.
• Đình trệ: to stagnate, often used in economic contexts.

Example Sentences

1. Công ty đang trong tình trạng ngưng đọng vì thiếu khách hàng.
   • Translation: "The company is at a standstill due to a lack of customers."

Academic

1. Be at a standstill
   • Công việc đang ngưng đọng
     Work is at a standstill