Definition

Adjective phrase: - To have a long face; to pull a long face: Describes a facial expression where one's features appear drawn downward or sullen, typically due to displeasure, anger, sadness, or dissatisfaction. It indicates a visibly unhappy or grim mood.

Usage Examples

• (He is pulling a long face because he is angry at no one knows what.)
• (Don't have such a long face; everything will be fine.)
• (Seeing his long face, I knew immediately the news was not good.)

Advanced Usage

• The phrase "nặng mặt" is often used to describe a sustained, visible expression of negative emotion that is obvious to others. It is more about the external manifestation of an internal state than a temporary frown.

Variants and Related Words

• Cau có (adj): to be frowning, sullen.
• Buồn bã (adj): to be sad, sorrowful.
• Ủ rũ (adj): to be dejected, downcast.

Synonyms

• To pull a long face
• To have a sullen look
• To look glum
• To look displeased

Related Idioms

• Làm mặt nặng mày nhẹ: To show obvious displeasure or to make one's unhappy feelings very clear through facial expression and demeanor.
• Mặt dài thượt: (Idiom with similar meaning) To have a very long face, indicating great disappointment or sadness.

1. Make (pull, put on. wear) a long face
   • Không biết nó tức tối gì mà cứ nặng mặt ra
     He is pulling a long face because he is angry at no one knows what