Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Risqué, suggestive, or slightly indecent: Describes content, behavior, or speech that is sexually suggestive, bold, or daring in a way that approaches impropriety but may not be explicitly obscene. It implies a playful or teasing quality that pushes social boundaries.

Usage Examples

• Adjective:
  • Bộ phim đó có một vài cảnh cỡn cờ. (That film has a few risqué scenes.)
  • Anh ta thích kể những câu chuyện cỡn cờ. (He likes to tell suggestive stories.)
  • Trang phục của cô ấy hơi cỡn cờ cho dạ tiệc. (Her outfit is a bit daring for the party.)

Advanced Usage

• The term often carries a connotation of being cheeky, flirtatious, or provocatively playful rather than outright vulgar. It is frequently used in contexts involving entertainment, fashion, or social interaction.

Variants and Related Words

• Hơi cỡn cờ (adj phrase): slightly risqué, a bit suggestive.
  • Bài hát này hơi cỡn cờ một chút. (This song is a little bit risqué.)

Synonyms

• Suggestive: Tending to imply or hint at something indecent.
• Risqué: Bordering on impropriety or indecency.
• Daring: Bold in a way that challenges conventions, often sexually.
• Cheeky: Impudent in a playful or mildly provocative way.

Related Idioms

• Ăn nói cỡn cờ: to speak in a suggestive or risqué manner.
  • Anh ta bị khiển trách vì ăn nói cỡn cờ tại nơi làm việc. (He was reprimanded for speaking suggestively at work.)