lắm điều
Definition
- Adjective:
- Talkative, gossipy, or having a lot to say: Used to describe a person who speaks excessively, often about trivial or unnecessary matters, and may be prone to gossiping or interfering in others' affairs.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Cô ấy thật là lắm điều. (She is so talkative/gossipy.)
- Đừng có lắm điều về chuyện của người khác. (Don't be so gossipy about other people's business.)
- Bà hàng xóm đó lắm điều lắm. (That neighbor is very talkative.)
Advanced Usage
- The term often carries a negative connotation, implying annoyance, meddlesomeness, or a lack of discretion in speech.
Variants and Related Words
- Lắm lời (adj): Having many words; talkative. Can be similar but may lack the strong connotation of gossiping.
- Nhiều chuyện (adj): Literally "having many stories"; can be a close synonym for being gossipy or a busybody.
Synonyms
- Gossipy: Fond of or engaged in casual talk about other people.
- Chatty: Talkative, especially in a light and informal way.
- Loquacious: Tending to talk a great deal.
Related Idioms
- While "lắm điều" itself is often used as a standalone descriptive phrase, it relates to the concept of being a busybody or having a loose tongue.