dè chừng
Definition
- Verb:
- To be cautious / to be wary: To act with careful forethought to avoid potential problems or danger. It implies a state of guardedness and prudence.
- To guard against: To take preventative measures or maintain a defensive attitude towards a possible threat or negative outcome.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Hãy dè chừng con chó đó. (Be wary of that dog.)
- Anh ta dè chừng mọi lời hứa. (He is cautious of all promises.)
- Chúng tôi phải dè chừng khả năng thất bại. (We must guard against the possibility of failure.)
Advanced Usage
- The term often conveys a sense of suspicion or a need for vigilance based on a perceived risk. It is used when advising caution.
Variants and Related Words
- Dè dặt (adj): cautious, reserved, circumspect.
- Cô ấy có thái độ rất dè dặt. (She has a very cautious attitude.)
Synonyms
- Be cautious: To act carefully to avoid risks.
- Be wary: To be watchful for danger or difficulty.
- Guard against: To take precautions to prevent something.
Related Idioms
- Dè chừng như dè miếng ăn: To be extremely cautious or suspicious, as if guarding one's food.
- Hắn dè chừng người lạ như dè miếng ăn. (He is wary of strangers as if guarding his food.)
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Guard against
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Foresee the eventuality of
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