quých
Definition
- Adjective:
- Silly in a laughable way: Describes a person who is foolish or simple-minded in a manner that is amusing or endearing, not malicious. It implies a naive or goofy kind of stupidity.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Thằng bé trông thật quých. (The boy looks really silly/goofy.)
- Cái kiểu quých của nó khiến mọi người buồn cười. (His goofy manner makes everyone laugh.)
Advanced Usage
- The word is informal and often carries a tone of affectionate teasing rather than harsh criticism. It is typically used to describe behavior or appearance that is clumsily foolish.
Variants and Related Words
- Quých quác (adj): An intensified or more vivid form of "quých," emphasizing a louder, more boisterous, or more visibly foolish quality.
Synonyms
- Goofy: Silly or funny in an endearing way.
- Daft: Silly or foolish.
- Simple-minded: Lacking in subtlety or intelligence in a naive way.
Related Idioms
- Mặt quých: A "silly face" or a foolish expression.
- Nó làm mặt quých cho trẻ con cười. (He made a silly face to make the children laugh.)