Bánh ít trao đi, bánh quy trao lại
Small gifts or favors are reciprocated with similar small gestures
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Small gifts or favors are reciprocated with similar small gestures
To lose something in trying to gain another
a type of Vietnamese rice cracker
To show off one's wealth
A small mistake can lead to big trouble
A broken marriage or relationship
A bad wife is like a broken rice cake and bad fish sauce
A family falls into poverty
A small mistake can lead to bigger problems
Specialized markets for specific goods
Something that appears simple but has hidden complexities
Each person has their own specialty
Each place has its own specialty
Everyone contributes a small amount to achieve a common goal
One's reputation remains after they are gone
One's reputation remains after they are gone
a person who reports or presents information
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
A good reputation is lasting
reporter or journalist
Repay kindness and revenge injustice
Make a big fuss over a small matter
someone who is loved and cherished by everyone
A small reward or benefit
Basic needs for survival
A standard or model to follow
Having just enough to survive
Husband and wife should be harmonious and cooperative
A person with many talents and skills
In a difficult or precarious situation
A small amount of something precious is better than a large amount of something worthless
Exchange a life of hardship for one of comfort
A poor or unhappy marriage
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
Something or someone of great value is presented in a humble or unassuming manner
A perfect or ideal couple
Complete chaos or mess
A small problem can be solved with a small solution
Lost opportunities can never be regained
A complex or confusing situation
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
A lively and joyful gathering with good food and company
Even the calmest person can lose their temper
Leave things as they are
pet bowl
A precious thing seeks a worthy person
It’s 17:30.
It’s 5 p.m.
A place with an abundance of opportunities
a place where people can relax and do what they want
a vast and barren area
a place where people are abandoned or discarded
Overcome difficulties with ease
Many difficulties and challenges
People with similar characteristics or behaviors will gather together
The strong will take the lead and the weak will follow
People with bad habits or behaviors influence others to follow
One's friends are better than others
One's own group is prioritized over others
People of the same kind gather together