lơi lả
Definition
- Adjective:
- Flirtatious, coquettish: Describes a manner, especially in speech or behavior, that is playfully alluring or teasing in a romantic or sexual way. It often implies a lack of seriousness or propriety.
- Excessively familiar, overly casual: Can describe behavior that is inappropriately informal or forward, crossing boundaries of social decorum.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Cô ấy cười nói lơi lả với mọi người. (She laughed and spoke in a flirtatious manner with everyone.)
- Thái độ lơi lả của anh ta khiến mọi người khó chịu. (His overly familiar attitude made people uncomfortable.)
- Giọng nói lơi lả đôi khi bị hiểu nhầm. (A coquettish tone of voice is sometimes misunderstood.)
Advanced Usage
- The word is often used with a slightly negative or disapproving connotation, suggesting behavior that is not considered modest or respectful.
- It is frequently used to describe the demeanor or speech of a person, rather than their appearance.
Variants and Related Words
- Lả lơi: This is a more common variant with an identical meaning (flirtatious, coquettish). The two words are often used interchangeably.
- Ánh mắt lả lơi (A flirtatious glance)
Synonyms
- Flirtatious: Behaving in a way that shows a playful sexual attraction.
- Coquettish: Behaving in a playful way that is intended to make someone sexually attracted.
- Forward: Confident and direct in a way that may seem inappropriate.
Related Idioms
- Lời nói lơi lả: Flirtatious or overly familiar speech.
- Cô ấy chỉ thích nghe những lời nói lơi lả. (She only likes to hear flirtatious talk.)