Bedeutung
Proximity to danger brings harm.
Kultureller Hintergrund
The proverb reflects the 'Bếp lửa' culture where the family gathered around the fire. It shows how physical experiences in rural life became moral lessons. The emphasis on avoiding 'bad fire' aligns with Confucian teachings about choosing virtuous friends to maintain one's own character. Today, this is frequently used in news headlines regarding 'tín dụng đen' (illegal high-interest loans) to warn citizens. In Vietnamese business, reputation is everything. Being 'scorched' by a partner's scandal can end a career, making this proverb a common professional warning.
Use for Red Flags
This is the perfect phrase to use when you see 'red flags' in any situation.
Not for Romance
Remember, this is a negative warning. Don't use it to describe a 'hot' date!
Bedeutung
Proximity to danger brings harm.
Use for Red Flags
This is the perfect phrase to use when you see 'red flags' in any situation.
Not for Romance
Remember, this is a negative warning. Don't use it to describe a 'hot' date!
Pair with 'Gần mực thì đen'
Using both in a conversation shows high linguistic mastery and cultural knowledge.
Teste dich selbst
Choose the correct word to complete the proverb.
Gần lửa ___ mặt.
'Rát' is the specific word used in this proverb to describe the stinging heat.
Match the situation with the most appropriate use of the proverb.
Situation: Your brother wants to borrow money to give to a friend who is a known gambler.
The proverb is used to warn against the danger of being involved with bad influences.
Fill in the blanks to complete the dialogue.
A: Tôi định tham gia vào nhóm đầu tư này. B: Cẩn thận nhé, nhóm đó đang bị công an theo dõi đấy. Đúng là ____.
The context of police investigation makes this the perfect warning.
What would a concerned mother say to her son who is hanging out with a bad crowd?
Con đừng đi chơi với mấy đứa đó nữa...
'Gần lửa rát mặt' is the standard parental warning for bad company.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenGần lửa ___ mặt.
'Rát' is the specific word used in this proverb to describe the stinging heat.
Situation: Your brother wants to borrow money to give to a friend who is a known gambler.
The proverb is used to warn against the danger of being involved with bad influences.
A: Tôi định tham gia vào nhóm đầu tư này. B: Cẩn thận nhé, nhóm đó đang bị công an theo dõi đấy. Đúng là ____.
The context of police investigation makes this the perfect warning.
Con đừng đi chơi với mấy đứa đó nữa...
'Gần lửa rát mặt' is the standard parental warning for bad company.
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenNot at all! While it's an old proverb, it's used daily in modern contexts like business, news, and social media.
Yes, you can use it literally if someone is standing too close to a barbecue or stove, but the figurative meaning is much more common.
'Nóng' is just hot. 'Rát' is a painful, stinging sensation. The proverb uses 'rát' to emphasize the pain of the consequence.
It's neutral to formal. It's a proverb, so it carries a bit of 'authority' or 'wisdom'.
Yes, living in a dangerous area can be described as 'gần lửa rát mặt' because you might get caught in trouble.
You could say: 'Đã bảo mà, gần lửa rát mặt thôi.' (Told you, proximity to fire stings the face).
No, it can apply to situations, investments, or even software/tech choices that are known to be buggy or risky.
The second half of 'Gần mực thì đen' is 'Gần đèn thì rạng' (Near light, you are bright), which is the positive equivalent.
The face represents your identity and reputation in Vietnamese culture. If your face is 'scorched', your reputation is damaged.
Yes, if you are explaining why you left a company with a bad reputation, you could use it to show you value integrity.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Gần mực thì đen
similarNear ink, you get stained black.
Lửa gần rơm lâu ngày cũng bén
contrastFire near straw will eventually catch.
Chơi với dao có ngày đứt tay
similarPlay with knives and you'll get cut.
Cháy nhà ra mặt chuột
builds onWhen the house burns, the rats show their faces.
