rẻ tiền

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The Vietnamese word "rẻ tiền" means "cheap" in English. It is used to describe something that costs very little money.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "rẻ tiền" to talk about items, products, or services that are inexpensive.
• It can sometimes imply that something is of lower quality, but not always.

Examples:

1. Đồ rẻ tiền: This means "cheap goods." For example, if you go to a market and buy a shirt that doesn’t cost much, you could say, "Cái áo này là đồ rẻ tiền" (This shirt is cheap).
2. Lý luận rẻ tiền: This translates to "cheap theories." You might use this when discussing ideas that seem simplistic or not well thought out. For example, "Những lý luận rẻ tiền không giải thích được vấn đề phức tạp này" (Cheap theories do not explain this complex issue).

Advanced Usage:

• You can also use "rẻ tiền" in more abstract contexts, like when discussing ideas or arguments that are not very deep or insightful. For example, "Đó là một quan điểm rẻ tiền" (That is a cheap viewpoint).

Word Variants:

• "Rẻ" means "cheap" on its own.
• "Tiền" means "money."
• Together, "rẻ tiền" specifically refers to the low cost aspect.

Different Meanings:

• While "rẻ tiền" typically means "cheap," it can also carry a negative connotation, suggesting that something is of poor quality or not valuable.
• In some contexts, it can refer to something that lacks seriousness or depth, especially in discussions or arguments.

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1. Cheap
   • Đồ rẻ tiền
     Cheap goods
   • Lý luận rẻ tiền
     Cheap theories