ngận tuỳ
Definition
- Verb:
- To follow along (obediently or without question): The primary meaning of "ngận tuỳ" is to follow someone's lead, instructions, or path in a compliant, unquestioning, or passive manner. It implies a lack of independent action or decision-making.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Đứa trẻ ngận tuỳ theo cha mẹ. (The child follows along with the parents.)
- Anh ta không có chính kiến, chỉ biết ngận tuỳ người khác. (He has no opinion of his own; he only knows how to follow others.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is relatively rare in modern, everyday Vietnamese and may be found more often in literary or descriptive contexts to depict passive obedience or lack of autonomy.
Variants and Related Words
- Tuân theo (v): to obey, to comply with (rules, orders). This is a more common and standard synonym.
- Đi theo (v): to go along with, to follow (physically or ideologically).
Synonyms
- To follow along: To accompany or conform without protest.
- To comply passively: To obey without showing initiative or resistance.
Notes on Usage
- "Ngận tuỳ" carries a slightly negative or neutral connotation, often suggesting a lack of will or independent thought in the act of following. It is not typically used for positive, willing cooperation.