bá vơ
Definition
- Adjective:
- Groundless, baseless, unfounded: Refers to statements, claims, or talk that lack evidence, reason, or a factual basis. It describes something said arbitrarily or without substance.
- Nonsensical, idle, empty: Describes talk that is frivolous, meaningless, or not to be taken seriously.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Anh ta chỉ nói những lời bá vơ. (He only speaks groundless words.)
- Đừng tin vào những tin đồn bá vơ. (Don't believe in baseless rumors.)
- Câu chuyện đó nghe thật bá vơ. (That story sounds completely nonsensical.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used to criticize or dismiss unreliable information or frivolous conversation. It carries a connotation of irresponsibility in speech.
Variants and Related Words
- Ba láp (adj): A synonym meaning idle, frivolous, or nonsensical talk.
- Lời hứa ba láp của hắn chẳng đáng tin. (His idle promises are not trustworthy.)
Synonyms
- Groundless: Having no foundation or justification.
- Baseless: Not based on fact or evidence.
- Unfounded: Having no basis in reality or fact.
- Idle talk: Conversation lacking seriousness or value.
Related Idioms
- Nói bá vơ: To talk nonsense; to make unfounded statements.
- Nó quen thói nói bá vơ, chẳng ai tin nữa. (He has a habit of talking nonsense; no one believes him anymore.)