tự tình
Definition
- Verb:
- To confide one's feelings; to pour out one's heart: The primary meaning of "tự tình" is to express one's innermost feelings, thoughts, or sentiments, often in a private, intimate, or heartfelt conversation.
- To exchange amorous words; to whisper sweet nothings: Specifically, "tự tình" can refer to lovers engaging in tender, romantic conversation or flirtation.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Cô ấy tìm bạn thân để tự tình. (She found a close friend to confide in.)
- Đôi trai gái ngồi tự tình dưới ánh trăng. (The young couple sat whispering sweet nothings under the moonlight.)
- Nàng còn cầm lại một hai tự tình. (She still held [him/her] back a moment to pour out her heart.)
Advanced Usage
- As a noun concept: While primarily a verb, the action of "tự tình" can be referred to as an intimate confession or a heart-to-heart talk.
- Cuộc tự tình của họ kéo dài đến gần sáng. (Their heart-to-heart talk lasted until nearly dawn.)
Variants and Related Words
- Tâm tình (n/v): sentiment; to share feelings. This is a close synonym often used interchangeably.
- Giãi bày (v): to express, to unfold (one's thoughts or feelings). This is a more general term for expressing.
Synonyms
- Confide: to trust someone with personal information.
- Pour out one's heart: to express one's feelings openly and emotionally.
- Flirt: to behave amorously without serious intent (for the romantic sense).
Related Idioms
- Tự tình tự nguyện: This phrase is not a standard idiom with "tự tình." The core word "tự tình" itself carries the idiomatic sense of an intimate emotional exchange.