ngấm nguýt

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The Vietnamese word "ngấm nguýt" is an informal or colloquial expression that means to give someone a black look or to glare at someone disapprovingly. This expression is often used to describe a situation where someone looks at another person with discontent, annoyance, or criticism without saying anything.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "ngấm nguýt" when you want to describe a situation where someone is upset or displeased with another person, especially when they express this feeling through their facial expression rather than words.
• It is often used in casual conversations and can convey strong emotions.

Example:

• "Khi thấy bạn mình đi muộn, cô ấy đã ngấm nguýt anh ta." (When she saw her friend arriving late, she gave him a black look.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Ngấm nguýt" can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation where someone is silently judging or criticizing another person's actions through their demeanor.
• In a more complex sentence: "Dù không nói gì, nhưng ánh mắt của anh ta ngấm nguýt khiến mọi người cảm thấy không thoải mái." (Although he didn't say anything, his glare made everyone feel uncomfortable.)

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "ngấm nguýt," but similar expressions might include "lườm" (to glare) or "nhìn chằm chằm" (to stare).

Different Meanings:

• "Ngấm nguýt" primarily conveys disapproval through looks, but it can also imply a sense of envy or jealousy at times, depending on the context.

Academic

1. (khẩu ngữ) Give (someone) a black look