bận lòng
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Definition
- 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).