Tiếng Việt · Idiom Attested

ăn tàn phá hại

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Meaning · English

to be extremely destructive and wasteful; to consume resources without contributing anything

⚠ Register: derogatoryConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

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Meaning · English

to be a ne'er-do-well or a parasite on one's family or society

Connotation: offensive or derogatory to many

What does “ăn tàn phá hại” mean?

to be extremely destructive and wasteful; to consume resources without contributing anything

Is “ăn tàn phá hại” formal or informal?

ăn tàn phá hại is generally derogatory; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.

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