nhòm nhỏ

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The Vietnamese word "nhòm nhỏ" translates to "pry into" or "pry about" in English. It describes the action of looking into or investigating something, often in a secretive or intrusive manner.

Explanation:

When someone "nhòm nhỏ," they are trying to discover information that is not meant for them, typically about someone else's business or affairs. This can be considered a negative action, as it implies a lack of respect for privacy.

Usage Instructions:

• "Nhòm nhỏ" is often used in contexts where someone is being nosy or trying to find out secrets about others.
• It can refer to physical actions, like looking through a window or eavesdropping, or more metaphorical actions, like asking intrusive questions.

Examples:

1. Nhòm nhỏ khắp nơi: This means "to pry about everywhere." It suggests that someone is being overly curious or nosy in various situations or places.

   • Example Sentence: "Cô ấy nhòm nhỏ khắp nơi để tìm hiểu về cuộc sống của mọi người." (She pries about everywhere to find out about everyone's lives.)

2. Nhòm nhỏ công việc nhà hàng xóm: This means "to pry into one's neighbor's affairs." It indicates that someone is intruding into the private matters of their neighbors.

   • Example Sentence: "Không nên nhòm nhỏ công việc nhà hàng xóm, đó là không lịch sự." (You shouldn't pry into your neighbor's affairs; it's impolite.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "nhòm nhỏ" can be used in discussions about privacy, ethics, and personal boundaries. For instance, one might say: - "Việc nhòm nhỏ vào chuyện riêng tư của người khác có thể dẫn đến sự mất lòng tin." (Prying into other people's private matters can lead to a loss of trust.)

Word Variants:

• "Nhòm" means "to peek" or "to glance."
• "Nhỏ" can mean "small," but in this context, it modifies "nhòm" to create the meaning of being sneaky or discreet.

Different Meanings:

While "nhòm nhỏ" primarily refers to being nosy, it can also imply curiosity in a more innocent way if not done excessively. However, the connotation is generally negative.

Synonyms:

• Tò mò: To be curious about something, but this is less intrusive than "nhòm nhỏ."
• Xía mũi: To stick one's nose into someone else's business, which conveys a similar meaning.

Academic

1. Pry into, pry about
   • Nhòm nhỏ khắp nơi
     To pry about
   • Nhòm nhỏ công việc nhà hàng xóm
     To pry into one's neighbour's affairs