cu cậu

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Definition

1. Noun (Informal):
   • A young man; a lad; a fellow: A casual and often slightly cheeky or affectionate term for a boy or young man, implying a certain liveliness or mischievousness.
   • A chap; a guy: Used to refer to a male individual, often with a tone of familiarity or gentle teasing.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Cu cậu này nghịch ngợm quá! (This lad is too mischievous!)
  • Cu cậu ấy mới mua một chiếc xe máy. (That fellow just bought a motorbike.)
  • Tôi biết cu cậu đó. (I know that guy.)

Advanced Usage

• The term is inherently informal and colloquial. It often carries a connotation of endearment or playful criticism, depending on context and tone of voice. It is not used in formal writing or speech.

Variants and Related Words

• Cậu (n): A more standard and neutral term for "young man" or a polite form of address meaning "you" (for a slightly younger male).
• Chàng trai (n): A more formal and descriptive term for "young man" or "boyfriend."

Synonyms

• Lad: A boy or young man.
• Fellow: A man or boy.
• Chap: Informal term for a man.

Related Idioms

• Làm bộ làm tịch như cu cậu: To act all prim and proper like a young master (used sarcastically).
  • Nó chẳng giàu có gì mà cứ làm bộ làm tịch như cu cậu. (He's not wealthy at all but acts like a young master.)