khúc khuỷu

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The Vietnamese word "khúc khuỷu" is an adjective that describes something that is sinuous or tortuous. It refers to shapes or paths that are not straight, but rather curved, twisted, or winding.

Basic Meaning:

• Sinuous: Having many curves and turns.
• Tortuous: Full of twists and turns; complicated.

Usage Instructions:

You can use "khúc khuỷu" to describe physical objects, such as roads, rivers, or even abstract concepts like arguments or thoughts that are complex and winding.

Examples:

1. Physical Description:

   • Con đường này rất khúc khuỷu.
   • (This road is very winding.)

2. Abstract Usage:

   • Lập luận của anh ấy khá khúc khuỷu.
   • (His argument is quite convoluted.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "khúc khuỷu" can be used in literature or poetry to evoke imagery of complexity or to describe characters’ thoughts and feelings that are not straightforward.

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "khúc khuỷu," but you can use it in different contexts or combine it with other words for more specific meanings.

Different Meanings:

In some contexts, "khúc khuỷu" can imply a sense of being complicated or indirect, not just in physical form but also in ideas or situations.

Synonyms:

• Cong cong: This also means curvy or winding but may not carry the same connotation of complexity.
• Rối rắm: This means tangled or confused, often used to describe more complex situations or arguments.

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adjective

1. sinuous; tortuous