óng chuốt

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The Vietnamese word "óng chuốt" refers to someone or something that is well-groomed or neatly arranged. It often describes a person who is dressed in a smart, tidy, and stylish manner. The phrase "ăn mặc óng chuốt" specifically means "to be sprucely dressed," highlighting the effort put into looking good.

Usage Instructions:

• Context: Use "óng chuốt" when talking about personal appearance, especially in formal or special occasions where dressing well is important.
• Formality: It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but it is typically more common in contexts that appreciate neatness and elegance.

Examples:

1. Basic Usage:

   • "Hôm nay, anh ấy mặc áo vest rất óng chuốt."
   • (Today, he is wearing a very well-groomed suit.)

2. Advanced Usage:

   • "Cô ấy luôn xuất hiện với vẻ ngoài óng chuốt, khiến mọi người phải ngưỡng mộ."
   • (She always appears with a well-groomed appearance, making everyone admire her.)

Word Variants:

• Ong chuốt can also be modified with adverbs to emphasize the degree of neatness, such as "rất óng chuốt" (very well-groomed) or "cực kỳ óng chuốt" (extremely well-groomed).

Different Meanings:

While "óng chuốt" primarily refers to neatness in appearance, it can also metaphorically describe something that is well-organized or well-maintained, such as a tidy home or a well-kept garden.

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1. Well-groomed, spruce
   • Ăn mặc óng chuốt
     To be sprucely dressed