vung vẩy
Definition
- Verb:
- To swing or to wave (a limb or object) freely and loosely: The primary meaning of "vung vẩy" is to move an arm, leg, or a held object back and forth or around with energy, often in a somewhat uncontrolled or exaggerated manner.
- To brandish: It can describe waving something, like a tool or weapon, in the air, typically to draw attention or as a gesture.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Đứa trẻ vung vẩy cây gậy trên tay. (The child was waving the stick in his hand.)
- Cô ấy vung vẩy tay chào tạm biệt. (She waved her hand vigorously to say goodbye.)
- Anh ta vung vẩy tờ tiền trước mặt mọi người. (He brandished the banknote in front of everyone.)
Advanced Usage
- The word often implies a lack of precise control or a carefree, energetic quality to the movement. It is not typically used for slow, gentle, or deliberate motions.
Variants and Related Words
Vung (v): To swing or wield with force, often in a broader arc. "Vung" can imply more power and purpose than "vung vẩy".
- Anh ấy vung búa. (He swung the hammer.)
Vẫy (v): To wave, usually in a more controlled and intentional way, often as a signal (e.g., waving a hand).
- Cô ấy vẫy tay gọi taxi. (She waved her hand to hail a taxi.)
Synonyms
- Swing: To move back and forth or from side to side.
- Wave: To move one's hand or an object to and fro.
- Brandish: To wave or flourish something as a threat or in display.
- Fling about: To move or throw limbs or objects loosely.
Related Idioms
- Vung tay quá trán: To spend money excessively or live beyond one's means (literally: to swing one's hand over the forehead).
- Anh ta cứ vung tay quá trán nên chẳng tiết kiệm được đồng nào. (He spends money so lavishly that he can't save a cent.)