ngặt nghẹo

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The Vietnamese word "ngặt nghẹo" is an adjective that can be translated to English as "difficult" or "challenging." It often describes a situation that is tough to deal with or a problem that is hard to solve.

Usage Instructions:

• "Ngặt nghẹo" is typically used to describe challenging circumstances, situations, or tasks.
• It can be used to express feelings of being stuck or in a tough spot.

Example:

• Usage in a sentence: "Tôi đang ở trong một tình huống ngặt nghẹo."
  • Translation: "I am in a difficult situation."

Advanced Usage:

• "Ngặt nghẹo" can also imply a sense of urgency or pressure in a situation. For example, if someone is facing a deadline or a critical problem, you might say, "Công việc này thật ngặt nghẹo," meaning "This job is really challenging."

Word Variants:

• "Ngặt nghẹo" can also be used in different contexts, such as "ngạt ngẽo," which describes a feeling of being suffocated or overwhelmed, often used metaphorically.

Different Meanings:

• While "ngặt nghẹo" generally means difficult, in some contexts, it can also refer to being in a tight or restricted situation, such as when space is limited.

Synonyms:

• Some synonyms for "ngặt nghẹo" include:
  • Khó khăn (difficult)
  • Gay go (critical or tough)
  • Căng thẳng (tense)

Usage in Conversation:

When talking to someone about a tough situation, you could say: - "Mọi thứ đang trở nên ngặt nghẹo với tôi." - Translation: "Everything is becoming difficult for me."

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