vừa vặn
Definition
Adjective:
- Fitting perfectly; being just the right size: Describes an item, especially clothing, that fits someone's body dimensions exactly and comfortably, neither too tight nor too loose.
- Exactly right; perfectly suited: Describes something that matches requirements, conditions, or space in an ideal, precise manner.
Adverb:
- Perfectly; exactly; just right: Used to describe how an action results in a state of perfect fit or suitability.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Đôi giày này vừa vặn với chân tôi. (These shoes fit my feet perfectly.)
- Chiếc bàn đặt vừa vặn trong góc phòng. (The table fits perfectly into the corner of the room.)
- Adverb:
- Cô ấy cắt miếng vải vừa vặn cho chiếc áo. (She cut the cloth just right for the shirt.)
Advanced Usage
- "vừa vặn như in": to fit like a glove; to be a perfect fit.
- Bộ vest mới vừa vặn như in. (The new suit fits like a glove.)
Variants and Related Words
- Vừa (adj/adv): to be just enough; moderately; fairly. It can indicate a lesser degree of fit or suitability than "vừa vặn."
- Cái áo này hơi rộng, chỉ vừa thôi. (This shirt is a bit loose, it just fits okay.)
Synonyms
- Perfect fit: An ideal match in size.
- Exactly right: Precisely correct or suitable.
- Tailored: Made to fit precisely.
Related Idioms
- Vừa ăn vừa ở: (Literally: fitting to eat and to live) Describes something that is perfectly adequate or satisfactory for one's needs.
- Căn hộ nhỏ nhưng vừa ăn vừa ở. (The apartment is small but perfectly adequate.)