lậu vé
Definition
- Verb phrase:
- To sneak in without a ticket: The primary meaning of "lậu vé" is to enter a place (like a cinema, concert, or transport) without paying for a required ticket or pass, typically by evading controls.
- To travel without a ticket: Specifically refers to using a transportation service (like a bus or train) without purchasing a valid ticket.
Usage Examples
- Verb phrase:
- Hắn thường xuyên lậu vé vào rạp chiếu phim. (He often sneaks into the cinema without a ticket.)
- Bị phát hiện lậu vé trên tàu, cô ấy phải nộp phạt. (Caught traveling without a ticket on the train, she had to pay a fine.)
Advanced Usage
- The phrase implies a deliberate act of evasion to avoid payment. It is informal and carries a negative connotation of dishonesty or rule-breaking.
Variants and Related Words
- Đi lậu (verb phrase): A more general term for sneaking in or traveling without paying the required fare.
- Nhóm thanh niên định đi lậu xe buýt. (The group of young people intended to ride the bus without paying.)
Synonyms
- To sneak in: To enter a place secretly without permission or payment.
- To fare-dodge: To avoid paying a fare on public transport.
- To stow away: To hide on a vehicle to travel secretly (though this often implies longer journeys).
Related Idioms
- While "lậu vé" itself is a set phrase, it is conceptually related to the idea of getting something for free through deception.