tinh ý
[tïŋ˧˧ ʔi˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) observant; sharp-witted; sharp
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Nếu có chút kinh nghiệm về Facebook, cha mẹ sẽ có những lời khuyên hữu ích với các con, thậm chí chỉ cần tinh ý cha mẹ sẽ biết được con đang sa đà quá mức, có dấu hiệu trầm cảm vì nghiện “phây” để có biện pháp hỗ trợ kịp thời.If parents already have a bit of experience with Facebook, then they can give good advices to their children (regarding Facebook use). Or, even by just being observant, parents can tell if their children have been using it too much or are showing signs of depression due to Facebook addiction, and in
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Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “tinh ý” mean?
(adjective) observant; sharp-witted; sharp
Is “tinh ý” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.