lạt mềm buộc chặt
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
apply gentle affection to strengthen a bond; don't be overbearing; you can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar (especially romantically)
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
sử dụng tình yêu nhẹ nhàng để củng cố mối quan hệ
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Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “lạt mềm buộc chặt” mean?
apply gentle affection to strengthen a bond; don't be overbearing; you can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar (especially romantically)
Is “lạt mềm buộc chặt” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.