vướng

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The Vietnamese word "vướng" is a verb that can be translated to English as "to catch," "to be burdened," or "to be obstructed." It describes a situation where something is caught or stuck, making it difficult to move freely or progress.

Basic Usage:

• Meaning: To be caught, stuck, or hindered by something.
• Example: "Tôi bị vướng vào dây" means "I got caught in a wire." This illustrates how something can physically catch or entangle you.

Advanced Usage:

In a more abstract sense, "vướng" can also refer to emotional or mental burdens. For example: - Example: "Tôi cảm thấy vướng bận với những suy nghĩ tiêu cực" translates to "I feel burdened by negative thoughts." Here, it conveys a feeling of being weighed down mentally.

Word Variants:

• Noun Form: "vướng mắc," which refers to a problem or issue that is causing a blockage or difficulty.
• Adjective Form: "vướng víu," which means cumbersome or unwieldy, often used to describe something that is awkward to handle.

Different Meanings:

1. Physical: Caught in an object (e.g., clothing caught on something).
2. Emotional/Psychological: Feeling burdened by thoughts or responsibilities.
3. Situational: Being obstructed in a process or task.

Synonyms:

• Cản trở: To obstruct or hinder.
• Kẹt: To be stuck, often used in the context of traffic or physical obstacles.

Example Sentences:

1. Physical: "Chiếc xe bị vướng vào bùn." - "The car got stuck in the mud."
2. Emotional: "Cô ấy vướng bận với quá khứ." - "She is burdened by her past." 3.

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verb

1. catch to be burdened