mê say
Definition
Adjective:
- Passionate / Enthralled: Describes a state of being deeply absorbed, fascinated, or intensely enthusiastic about something or someone. It implies a strong, captivating attraction or interest that dominates one's attention and feelings.
Verb (less common):
- To be passionate about / To be enthralled by: To experience or engage with something with deep passion and absorption.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Cô ấy có một tình yêu mê say với âm nhạc cổ điển. (She has a passionate love for classical music.)
- Anh ấy ngắm nhìn bức tranh với vẻ mặt mê say. (He gazed at the painting with an enthralled expression.)
- Họ sống trong một cuộc hôn nhân mê say. (They live in a passionate marriage.)
Advanced Usage
- Used to describe an intense, often romantic or artistic, state of immersion. It can describe both a temporary state of captivation and a lasting, deep-seated passion.
Variants and Related Words
- Say mê (adj, v): This is the more common variant and is essentially synonymous with "mê say." It means passionate, devoted, or to be passionate about.
- Cậu bé say mê đọc sách. (The boy is devoted to reading books.)
Synonyms
- Passionate: Having or showing strong feelings or beliefs.
- Enthralled: Captivated or charmed.
- Fascinated: Extremely interested.
- Absorbed: Deeply engaged or interested.
Related Idioms
- While "mê say" itself is not typically part of a fixed idiom, its sentiment is central to phrases about deep passion, such as the concept of "" (a passionate love).