nhảm

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The Vietnamese word "nhảm" generally refers to something that is nonsensical, ridiculous, or trivial. It can describe ideas, statements, or actions that lack seriousness or substance.

Basic Usage

• Meaning: "Nhảm" often describes something that is silly or absurd, particularly if it doesn’t make sense or is exaggerated.
• Example: "Câu chuyện này thật nhảm." (This story is really nonsensical.)

Advanced Usage

• "Nhảm" can also be used to criticize someone's behavior or remarks when they are seen as foolish or immature.
• Example: "Anh ta luôn nói những điều nhảm nhí." (He always says silly things.)

Word Variants

• Nhảm nhí: This is an intensified form, meaning very silly or foolish.
  • Example: "Đừng nói những điều nhảm nhí nữa." (Don't say such foolish things anymore.)

Different Meanings

• In a more informal context, "nhảm" can refer to content that is low-quality or poorly made, especially in entertainment (like movies or shows).
  • Example: "Bộ phim này thật nhảm." (This movie is really bad.)

Synonyms

• Vớ vẩn: This is another word that means nonsense or foolishness.

  • Example: "Đừng nghe những điều vớ vẩn." (Don't listen to that nonsense.)

• Ngớ ngẩn: This means silly or foolish, often used to describe actions.

  • Example: "Hành động của cô ấy thật ngớ ngẩn." (Her actions are really silly.)

Usage Tips

• Use "nhảm" when you want to express disbelief or dismissiveness toward something you find ridiculous.
• It’s commonly used in casual conversations, so be mindful of the context and the people you’re speaking with.

Academic

1. Unfounded
   • Tin đồn nhãn
     An unfounded rumour