Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Worried; anxious: "bận lòng" describes a state of being mentally preoccupied, concerned, or troubled by something, leading to a lack of peace of mind.

Usage

• "Bận lòng" is used to express that someone is worried or preoccupied with a thought or situation. It often implies a personal, emotional concern that occupies one's mind.
• It is commonly followed by the preposition "về" (about) or "vì" (because of) to specify the cause of worry.
• This word conveys a sense of internal disturbance and care, more than just a passing thought.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Anh không nên bận lòng về việc ấy. (You shouldn't be worried about that matter.)
  • Nghĩ đến chuyện tương lai chỉ thêm bận lòng. (Thinking about the future only adds to the worry.)
  • Cô ấy rất bận lòng vì sức khỏe của con mình. (She is very anxious about her child's health.)
  • Đừng bận lòng vì những lời nói vô ích. (Don't be troubled by useless words.)

Advanced Usage

• "Làm ai bận lòng": to cause someone worry or concern.
  • Vấn đề này đang làm tôi bận lòng. (This issue is causing me worry.)
• The state of "bận lòng" is often internal and reflective, suggesting a lingering concern rather than immediate panic.

Variants and Related Words

• Bận tâm (verb/adjective): to be concerned/mindful; concerned. This is a close synonym but can sometimes imply a slightly more active or voluntary focus of attention.
  • Anh ấy không bận tâm đến chuyện nhỏ nhặt. (He doesn't bother with trivial matters.)
• Lo lắng (verb/adjective): to worry; worried. This is a more direct synonym for feeling anxious.
• Áy náy (adjective): to feel uneasy, troubled (often with a sense of guilt or regret).

Synonyms

• Lo: to worry.
• Áy náy: to feel uneasy.
• Trăn trở: to be deeply preoccupied or tormented (by thoughts).

Related Phrases

• Không đáng bận lòng: not worth worrying about.
  • Chuyện nhỏ thế, không đáng bận lòng. (Such a small matter is not worth worrying about.)
• Để bụng: to bear a grudge, to take something to heart (can be related but implies holding onto a negative feeling).
• Yên lòng: to be at peace, to have peace of mind (often the desired opposite state).

adj

1. worried; anxious