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ngoằng

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The Vietnamese word "ngoằng" refers to something that is disproportionately long or extended. It often describes shapes or objects that are elongated in a way that seems unusual or exaggerated.

Basic Usage:
  • Definition: "Ngoằng" means disproportionately long.
  • Context: You might use this word when describing objects that are longer than expected or when something appears stretched out.
Example:
  • Simple Sentence: "Cái ống nước này dài ngoằng." (This water pipe is disproportionately long.)
Advanced Usage:
  • In a more figurative context, you can use "ngoằng" to describe situations or characteristics that are extended or stretched in an unusual way. For example, when talking about a story that feels unnecessarily long or complicated, you might say it is "dài ngoằng."
Word Variants:
  • There are no direct variants of "ngoằng," but it can be used in different contexts to emphasize length or exaggeration.
Different Meanings:

While "ngoằng" primarily refers to something being disproportionately long, it can also imply a sense of awkwardness in length or form.

Synonyms:
  • "Dài" (long) - A general term for long without the connotation of being disproportionately so.
  • "Kéo dài" (extended) - This can also imply a stretching out, but not necessarily in a disproportionate way.
Usage Tips:

When using "ngoằng," consider the context to clarify whether you are referring to a physical object, an abstract concept, or a situation. It often carries a slightly negative connotation, implying that the length is excessive or unwieldy.

  1. Disproportionately [long]
    • Dài ngoằng
      Disproportionately long

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