phăng teo

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The Vietnamese word "phăng teo" is a slang term that can be used to describe something that is ruined, destroyed, or rendered useless. It often conveys a sense of defeat or failure, particularly in a humorous or light-hearted context. In English, you might think of it as meaning "kaput" or "done for."

Usage Instructions:

• "Phăng teo" is commonly used in informal situations, especially among friends or in casual conversations.
• You can use it to describe anything that has failed or is in a bad condition, like a project, an exam, or even a piece of equipment.

Example:

• Bài thi như thế này thì phăng teo mất! (With such an examination paper, it is kaput!)

Advanced Usage:

• You might use "phăng teo" in a more exaggerated or humorous way to emphasize just how bad a situation is. For instance, if someone failed spectacularly at something, you could say: Cái máy tính này phăng teo rồi! (This computer is totally done for!)

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "phăng teo," but it can be used in different contexts to refer to various situations, such as "phăng teo" referring to a failed plan or a broken item.

Different Meanings:

• While "phăng teo" primarily refers to something that is ruined or useless, it can also imply a sense of resignation or acceptance of a bad situation.

Synonyms:

• Some synonyms for "phăng teo" include:
  • hỏng (broken)
  • thất bại (failed)
  • tiêu tùng (destroyed)

Academic

1. Joker
2. (thông tục) Done for, kaput
   • Bài thi như thế này thì phăng teo mất
     It is kaput with such an examination paper