phong ba
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Definition
- Noun:
- Vicissitudes; Storms of life: The primary meaning refers metaphorically to the hardships, turbulence, and unpredictable changes one faces in life.
- (Less common) Storm of anger; Fit of rage: A sudden, intense outburst of anger.
Usage Examples
- Noun (Vicissitudes):
- Cuộc đời phong ba. (A life full of vicissitudes.)
- Ông ấy đã trải qua nhiều phong ba bão táp. (He has weathered many storms of life.)
- Noun (Storm of anger):
- Anh ấy nổi cơn phong ba. (He flew into a storm of rage.)
Advanced Usage
- The word "phong ba" is almost always used in a figurative, literary sense. Its literal meaning of "storm" (bão) is now archaic and rarely used independently.
- It frequently appears in set phrases or poetic contexts to describe a difficult, tumultuous journey or experience.
Variants and Related Words
- Bão táp phong ba (idiomatic phrase): A more intense form meaning "violent storms and tempests," used to describe extreme hardship and turbulence.
- Vượt qua bão táp phong ba. (To overcome violent storms and tempests [of life].)
Synonyms
- Vicissitudes: A change of circumstances or fortune, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant.
- Tribulations: A cause of great trouble or suffering.
- Turbulence: A state of conflict, confusion, or instability.
- Tempest: A violent windy storm (used figuratively).
Related Idioms
- Phong ba bão táp: An extended idiom emphasizing severe trials and hardships.
- Tình yêu của họ đã vượt qua phong ba bão táp. (Their love has weathered all storms.)
- Vicissitudes
- Cuộc đời phong baA life full of vicisstudes.
- (ít dùng) Storm of anger
- Nồi cơm phong baTo get into a storm of anger, to storm