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cường điệu

[kɨəŋ˨˩ ʔɗiəw˧˨ʔ] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(adjective) overly dramatic, exaggerative

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Adjective

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

Phim nó cường điệu quá, coi hơi khó nghiêm túc.The movie had so many exaggerated things, it's a bit hard for me to watch it seriously.

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Common questions

What does “cường điệu” mean?

(adjective) overly dramatic, exaggerative

Is “cường điệu” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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