nặng nề

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The Vietnamese word "nặng nề" is an adjective that means "heavy" or "lumbering." It describes something that is not light, either in a physical sense or in a metaphorical sense, such as emotions or situations that feel burdensome.

Usage Instructions:

• Context: You can use "nặng nề" to describe physical objects that are hard to lift or carry, as well as feelings or situations that seem overwhelming or difficult to handle.
• Form: It is often used before nouns to describe them.

Examples:

1. Physical Context:
   • "Cái hộp này nặng nề quá." (This box is too heavy.)
2. Emotional/Situational Context:
   • "Tâm trạng của tôi hôm nay nặng nề." (My mood today is heavy.)

Advanced Usage:

• You can use "nặng nề" in more complex sentences to convey deeper meanings, such as:
  • "Sau khi nghe tin buồn, bầu không khí trở nên nặng nề." (After hearing the sad news, the atmosphere became heavy.)

Word Variants:

• Nặng: This is a simpler form meaning "heavy."
• Nề: Though not commonly used alone, it adds emphasis to the heaviness in "nặng nề."

Different Meanings:

While "nặng nề" primarily means "heavy," in certain contexts, it can also imply a sense of seriousness or severity, particularly when describing situations.

Academic

adj

1. heavy ; lumbering