rộng chân
Definition
- Adjective (Idiomatic):
- To have more space/freedom to move or operate: The phrase describes a situation where one has gained more physical space, freedom of movement, or greater opportunity for action, often after a constraint has been removed.
- To have more room to maneuver: It can refer to having more flexibility, fewer restrictions, or a broader scope for activities, whether in a physical, social, or professional context.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Sau khi dọn đồ cũ đi, căn phòng trở nên rộng chân hẳn. (After clearing out the old stuff, the room became much more spacious.)
- Khi đối thủ rút lui, đội chúng tôi cảm thấy rộng chân hơn trên sân. (When the opponent withdrew, our team felt we had more room to maneuver on the field.)
- Anh ấy nghỉ việc để có rộng chân phát triển dự án riêng. (He quit his job to have more freedom to develop his own project.)
Advanced Usage
- The phrase is often used comparatively, implying a previous state of being cramped, restricted, or limited. The improvement in conditions is a key aspect of its meaning.
- It is frequently applied in business or strategic contexts to describe an organization or individual gaining a competitive advantage or more operational latitude.
Variants and Related Words
- Rộng cẳng: This is a direct synonym with identical meaning and usage.
- Công ty mới thành lập nên chưa có nhiều rộng cẳng trong thị trường. (The newly established company does not yet have much room to maneuver in the market.)
Synonyms
- To have more elbow room: To have more space to move or work.
- To have greater leeway: To have more freedom to act or make decisions.
- To be less cramped: To have more physical space.
Related Idioms
- Rộng đường: To have a clear path or more options (often for action or negotiation).
- Nhượng bộ đôi chút sẽ khiến đối phương rộng đường hơn. (Making a small concession will give the other party more leeway.)
- Thoải mái chân tay: To be free and unencumbered in movement or action (emphasizing comfort and lack of restriction).