المعنى
Refers to deep or long-term thinking.
خلفية ثقافية
In Khmer business culture, 'veng chngay' is often contrasted with 'si-pao' (eating the capital), which refers to taking short-term profits at the expense of the business's future. Parents often use this phrase to instill a sense of 'gratitude' (sabor) in children, explaining that their current sacrifices are for the child's 'veng chngay' success. The concept of 'Sati' (mindfulness) in Cambodian Buddhism often overlaps with 'veng chngay,' as both require being aware of the consequences of one's actions. In rural areas, 'veng chngay' is often applied to land ownership—keeping land for future generations rather than selling it for quick cash.
Use with 'Kit'
90% of the time, you'll use this with the verb 'kit' (to think). Memorize them as a single block: 'kit veng chngay'.
Not for Distance
If you are telling a taxi driver the destination is far, do NOT use 'veng chngay'. Just say 'chngay nah'.
المعنى
Refers to deep or long-term thinking.
Use with 'Kit'
90% of the time, you'll use this with the verb 'kit' (to think). Memorize them as a single block: 'kit veng chngay'.
Not for Distance
If you are telling a taxi driver the destination is far, do NOT use 'veng chngay'. Just say 'chngay nah'.
The 'Elder' Factor
Using this phrase about an elder's advice is a great way to show respect (Kou-rop) in Cambodia.
اختبر نفسك
Fill in the blank with the correct phrase to complete the advice.
កុំមើលតែជិតៗ ត្រូវមើលឲ្យ_______។
The sentence means 'Don't just look close, you must look far ahead.'
Which sentence uses the idiom correctly to describe a wise person?
How do you say 'He is a long-term thinker'?
'Kit' (think) is the standard verb used with this idiom for wisdom.
Match the situation to the use of 'veng chngay'.
A manager is planning the company's 10-year goal.
Long-term goals require 'veng chngay' thinking.
🎉 النتيجة: /3
وسائل تعلم بصرية
بنك التمارين
3 تمارينកុំមើលតែជិតៗ ត្រូវមើលឲ្យ_______។
The sentence means 'Don't just look close, you must look far ahead.'
How do you say 'He is a long-term thinker'?
'Kit' (think) is the standard verb used with this idiom for wisdom.
A manager is planning the company's 10-year goal.
Long-term goals require 'veng chngay' thinking.
🎉 النتيجة: /3
الأسئلة الشائعة
4 أسئلةTechnically yes, but it's better to say 'reung nih veng nah'. 'Veng chngay' implies the movie has a deep, complex plot that spans a long time.
It is neutral. You can use it with friends, family, or in a business meeting.
The opposite is 'kit klai' (think short/short-sighted).
No, it's an adjective/adverb. To make it a noun, add 'kar kit' (the thinking) in front.
عبارات ذات صلة
គិតខ្លី
contrastShort-sighted
ចក្ខុវិស័យ
similarVision
វែងអន្លាយ
similarVery long and stretching
ដឹងក្តី
builds onTo reach the age of reason
