líu la líu lô
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
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Where will you be? Anywhere Hà Nội & the NorthHuế / Đà Nẵng & the CenterSài Gòn & the SouthOnline slang Bắc ↔ Nam words
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A small issue can escalate into a big problem
To take advantage of someone when they are in a weak position
Someone in a difficult situation
To be extremely cold
To work diligently and quietly
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
To be extremely hungry
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
Completely confused or disorganized
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
A place where talented people gather
To move slowly and cautiously
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Only when trouble arises do you know who your true friends are
Men and women have different minds
People with the same interests or goals
People with similar interests or characteristics are often drawn together
Unstable and indecisive
Have a sharp tongue but a kind heart
Unreliable and untrustworthy
Having a strong and brave heart
Be cautious and prepared for any situation
treacherous
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
You can't measure someone's heart or intentions
One cannot fully understand another person's mind or intentions
It's hard to know what someone with a cunning mind is thinking
Human hearts are deep and unpredictable
Being extremely anxious or worried
It's hard to understand someone's mind or feelings
People reveal their true nature when under pressure
People tend to show off with what they have
One's desire is not always fulfilled immediately
It's better to work alone than with someone who doesn't contribute
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
Excessive greed that can never be satisfied
Having good intentions but lacking practicality
Having a heart as tough as an animal's stomach
People are alike in their nature despite differences
Different people can have the same goal or interest
One bad person can spoil the whole group
Good things come to those who wait patiently
A person with good looks, wealth, and high social status
To pretend to be something one is not
Someone who often appears at the right moment
A little stability is better than uncertain wealth
A small but stable income is better than an unpredictable one
A little stable income is better than uncertain wealth
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
To deal with multiple problems at once
To guide or assist someone through a difficult situation
To prepare for a situation or task
To flatter someone to achieve a goal
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
Complicated and troublesome situation
Complicated and confusing