thủng thẳng
Definition
- Adverb:
- Slowly and calmly; at a leisurely, unhurried pace. It describes an action performed without rush or haste, often implying a sense of ease and composure.
- Later; in due time. Used to indicate that something will be addressed or will happen after a while, without immediate urgency.
Usage Examples
- Adverb:
- Ông cụ đi thủng thẳng trong công viên. (The old man walks slowly and calmly in the park.)
- Cô ấy nói thủng thẳng từng câu một. (She speaks slowly and calmly, one sentence at a time.)
- Thủng thẳng rồi mình sẽ tính. (We'll figure it out later / in due time.)
Advanced Usage
- The word often carries a connotation of deliberate slowness combined with peace of mind, not just physical slowness. It contrasts with rushed, anxious, or frantic activity.
Variants and Related Words
- Thong thả (adv): Leisurely, unhurried. A close synonym, though can feel slightly more colloquial or regional.
- Anh ấy làm việc một cách thong thả. (He works in a leisurely manner.)
- Từ từ (adv): Slowly, gradually. Focuses more on the gradual pace itself, while adds a layer of calm demeanor.
- Hãy từ từ thôi! (Take it slow!)
Synonyms
- Leisurely
- Unhurriedly
- At a relaxed pace
- Later (for the temporal sense)
Related Idioms
- Thủng thẳng rồi sẽ hay: A common phrase meaning "We'll see about that later" or "All in good time." It expresses a relaxed, wait-and-see attitude.
- Đừng lo, thủng thẳng rồi sẽ hay. (Don't worry, we'll see how it goes in due time.)