phách lối

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The Vietnamese word "phách lối" is an adjective that describes someone who is smarmy, haughty, or pretentious. It refers to a person who behaves in an arrogant or self-important way, often trying to show off or act superior to others.

Usage Instructions:

• "Phách lối" is typically used to describe someone’s attitude or behavior. It can refer to someone who seeks attention or tries to impress others by being overly confident or boastful.
• It is often used in a negative context, implying that the person’s behavior is off-putting or excessive.

Examples:

1. Basic Usage:

   • "Cô ấy rất phách lối khi nói chuyện với bạn bè."
   • (She is very haughty when talking to her friends.)

2. Advanced Usage:

   • "Những người phách lối thường không được lòng mọi người xung quanh."
   • (Haughty people are often not liked by those around them.)

Word Variants:

• There aren't direct variants of "phách lối," but you can use related words or phrases to convey a similar meaning:
  • "kiêu ngạo" (arrogant)
  • "tự phụ" (self-conceited)

Different Meanings:

• While "phách lối" primarily describes a person's attitude, it can also be used in contexts where someone is showing off their wealth or knowledge in a way that feels excessive or unnecessary.

Academic

adj

1. smiffy, haughty