The Vietnamese word "phiền toái" means "troublesome" or "annoying." It is often used to describe situations, people, or things that cause inconvenience or discomfort.
Công việc này thật phiền toái.
(This job is really troublesome.)
Tôi không thích những cuộc trò chuyện phiền toái.
(I don’t like troublesome conversations.)
While "phiền toái" mainly means troublesome, in some contexts, it can also imply something that requires careful attention or resolution, often used in a more serious tone.
"Phiền toái" is a useful word for expressing discomfort or annoyance in various situations.