tréo mảy
Definition
- Verb phrase:
- To sit cross-legged: The primary meaning of "tréo mảy" is to sit with one thigh placed over the other thigh, forming a crossed position at the legs.
Usage Examples
- Verb phrase:
- Cô ấy ngồi tréo mảy trên ghế. (She sat cross-legged on the chair.)
- Ngồi tréo mảy lâu có thể gây tê chân. (Sitting cross-legged for a long time can cause leg numbness.)
Advanced Usage
- The phrase "tréo mảy" is considered a specific, somewhat formal or descriptive term for this sitting posture. In everyday conversation, simpler phrases like "ngồi bắt chéo chân" (to sit with legs crossed) are more common.
Variants and Related Words
- Ngồi bắt chéo chân (v): to sit with legs crossed. This is a more general and frequently used synonym.
- Trẻ em thường ngồi bắt chéo chân trên sàn. (Children often sit cross-legged on the floor.)
Synonyms
- To sit cross-legged: The direct English equivalent for the described sitting posture.
Notes on Usage
- "Tréo mảy" is not a widely used compound word in modern everyday Vietnamese. It is an older or more literary term. Learners will more frequently encounter and should prioritize the phrase "ngồi bắt chéo chân."