معنی
Talking aimlessly or exaggerating things.
زمینه فرهنگی
The phrase is deeply tied to the 'vỉa hè' (sidewalk) culture. It represents a democratic social space where status matters less than the ability to tell a good story. In the capital, 'chém gió' is often associated with the 'Trà chanh' (lemon tea) trend among students near the St. Joseph's Cathedral. In the South, while 'chém gió' is used, you might also hear 'tám' or 'xạo xạo' used in similar contexts, reflecting the regional linguistic variety. On the Vietnamese internet, 'thánh chém' (wind-slashing saint) is a humorous title given to people who write very long, entertaining, but likely fake comments.
Use it to sound like a local
Using 'chém gió' instead of 'nói chuyện' instantly makes you sound more like a native speaker in casual settings.
Watch the tone
If you say 'Đừng chém gió!' too loudly or with a serious face, it might sound like you're actually calling someone a liar. Keep it light!
معنی
Talking aimlessly or exaggerating things.
Use it to sound like a local
Using 'chém gió' instead of 'nói chuyện' instantly makes you sound more like a native speaker in casual settings.
Watch the tone
If you say 'Đừng chém gió!' too loudly or with a serious face, it might sound like you're actually calling someone a liar. Keep it light!
The 'Trà Đá' connection
If you want to experience real 'chém gió,' look for the places with the smallest plastic stools. That's where the best stories are told.
خودت رو بسنج
Which situation is most appropriate for using 'chém gió'?
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'Chém gió' is informal slang perfect for friends at a tea stall.
Fill in the missing word to complete the sentence.
Chúng tôi đang ngồi cà phê _____ gió.
The fixed phrase is 'chém gió.'
Complete the dialogue naturally.
A: Cuối tuần này rảnh không? B: Rảnh, có chuyện gì thế? A: Ra quán cũ ______ tí đi!
'Chém gió' is the most natural way to invite a friend to hang out and talk.
Match the phrase to the meaning.
Match 'Chém gió thành thần' with its meaning.
'Thành thần' (becoming a god) indicates mastery in slang.
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4 تمرینهاBạn đang ở đâu?
'Chém gió' is informal slang perfect for friends at a tea stall.
Chúng tôi đang ngồi cà phê _____ gió.
The fixed phrase is 'chém gió.'
A: Cuối tuần này rảnh không? B: Rảnh, có chuyện gì thế? A: Ra quán cũ ______ tí đi!
'Chém gió' is the most natural way to invite a friend to hang out and talk.
Match 'Chém gió thành thần' with its meaning.
'Thành thần' (becoming a god) indicates mastery in slang.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
10 سوالNot inherently. It's informal. Between friends, it's perfectly fine. With a boss or an elder, it can be seen as disrespectful.
Yes! It's very common in texting and on social media.
No. Most of the time it just means 'chatting.' The 'lying' or 'bragging' sense depends on the context.
A 'thánh chém' (wind-slashing saint) is someone who is incredibly good at telling entertaining, exaggerated stories.
It's used nationwide, though it originated in the North and became a national slang through the internet.
Only with close colleagues during breaks. Avoid it in formal work communication.
'Tám' is more about gossip (talking about others), while 'chém gió' is more about general chatting or bragging.
You can say 'Tớ chém gió tí thôi mà!' (I was just slashing the wind a bit!).
The formal equivalent would be 'trò chuyện' or 'thảo luận,' but they don't capture the same 'fun' feeling.
In modern, liberal families, yes. In traditional families, it's better to avoid it.
عبارات مرتبط
Nổ
similarTo brag/explode with lies
Bốc phét
synonymTo tell tall tales
Tám chuyện
similarTo gossip
Nói xạo
similarTo lie (playfully)
