giở quẻ
[zəː˧˩ kwɛ˧˩]
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Meaning · English
(verb) to suddenly change one's state or attitude (from good to bad); to change one's mind or conduct; to go back on one's word
VerbRegister: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
change one's mind
Decide something different from what was previously thought
English
Near equivalent
đổi ý
(verb) to change one's mind
Tiếng Việt · via change one's mind
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Common questions
What does “giở quẻ” mean?
(verb) to suddenly change one's state or attitude (from good to bad); to change one's mind or conduct; to go back on one's word
Is “giở quẻ” formal or informal?
giở quẻ is generally informal.
What is the closest equivalent?
“change one's mind” (English) — near equivalent.