ti tiện

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The Vietnamese word "ti tiện" is an adjective that translates to "mean" or "petty" in English. It describes someone or something that lacks generosity, kindness, or nobility. When a person is referred to as "ti tiện," it often means they are being stingy or acting in a lowly, ungracious manner.

Usage Instructions:

• "Ti tiện" is used to describe people, behaviors, or attitudes.
• It can be used both in everyday conversation and in more formal writing.

Examples:

1. Describing a Person:

   • "Anh ta thật ti tiện khi không chia sẻ đồ ăn với bạn bè."
   • (He is really mean when he doesn’t share food with his friends.)

2. Describing Behavior:

   • "Cách cư xử ti tiện của cô ấy khiến mọi người không muốn gần gũi."
   • (Her mean behavior makes people not want to be close to her.)

Advanced Usage:

• In a more advanced context, "ti tiện" can be used to describe not just individual behaviors but also societal attitudes. For instance, one might discuss how some cultural practices can be seen as "ti tiện" if they lack compassion or generosity.

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "ti tiện," but it can be used in different contexts to convey related meanings, such as "tiện nghi" (which means convenient) but is not synonymous.

Different Meanings:

• While "ti tiện" primarily means "mean" or "petty," it can also imply a lack of respectability or dignity in certain contexts.

Synonyms:

• Some synonyms for "ti tiện" include:
  • "kém cỏi" (inferior)
  • "bần tiện" (lowly, poor)
  • "hèn hạ" (despicable)

Note:

Using "ti tiện" can carry a strong negative connotation, so it's important to be mindful of the context in which you use it.

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adj

1. mean, lease