lôi la
Definition
- Adjective (archaic):
- Intimate and cordial: Describes a conversation or interaction that is warm, friendly, and marked by close, familiar, and pleasant exchanges.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Hai người bạn cũ trò chuyện rất lôi la. (The two old friends conversed in a very intimate and cordial manner.)
- Không khí buổi gặp mặt đầy lôi la. (The atmosphere of the gathering was full of warm familiarity.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is recognized as archaic () in modern Vietnamese. Its usage today is primarily found in classical literature, historical texts, or used deliberately to evoke an old-fashioned, poetic tone.
Variants and Related Words
- Thân mật (adj): intimate, close. This is the modern, common equivalent.
- Vồn vã (adj): cordial, hearty, enthusiastic in greeting or conversation.
Synonyms
- Cordial: warm and friendly.
- Intimate: closely acquainted, familiar.
- Genial: friendly and cheerful.
- Affable: good-natured and easy to talk to.
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