معنی
Describing an industrious person
زمینه فرهنگی
Reflects the 'Cần cù' (diligence) value. In a country with a history of manual labor, being 'quick-handed' is one of the highest social praises. Modern offices still value this. It's the opposite of 'bureaucracy' (quan liêu). Leaders who 'miệng nói tay làm' are much more respected than those who stay in their offices. Often used to describe the 'ideal' mother or grandmother who manages the household with endless energy. Teachers use this to encourage students to not just learn theory but to practice immediately.
Use as a Compliment
This is one of the safest and most appreciated compliments you can give a Vietnamese colleague or host.
Don't Sarcasticize
Unless you are very close to someone, using this sarcastically can sound quite biting.
معنی
Describing an industrious person
Use as a Compliment
This is one of the safest and most appreciated compliments you can give a Vietnamese colleague or host.
Don't Sarcasticize
Unless you are very close to someone, using this sarcastically can sound quite biting.
Pair with 'Tháo vát'
If you want to sound like a native, say: 'Anh ấy vừa tháo vát lại vừa miệng nói tay làm.'
Body Language
When saying this, a nod of approval or a 'thumbs up' gesture fits perfectly.
خودت رو بسنج
Choose the best word to complete the idiom.
Miệng nói, ___ làm.
The idiom is 'Miệng nói tay làm' (Mouth speaks, hands do).
Which person is 'miệng nói tay làm'?
A: Nam says he will clean the house but goes to sleep. B: Lan is telling a story while washing all the dishes. C: Hoa is sitting and telling others how to cook.
Lan is doing the work (washing dishes) while talking (telling a story).
Fill in the blank to complete the sentence.
Anh ấy là một nhân viên giỏi, luôn ____ ____ ____ ____.
This is the standard way to describe a hardworking employee.
Complete the dialogue.
Sếp: 'Tôi cần người hoàn thành việc này trong hôm nay.' - Nhân viên: 'Dạ, tôi sẽ ____ ____ ____ ____ ngay ạ!'
The employee is promising immediate and industrious action.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
ابزارهای بصری یادگیری
Action vs. Talk
بانک تمرین
4 تمرینهاMiệng nói, ___ làm.
The idiom is 'Miệng nói tay làm' (Mouth speaks, hands do).
A: Nam says he will clean the house but goes to sleep. B: Lan is telling a story while washing all the dishes. C: Hoa is sitting and telling others how to cook.
Lan is doing the work (washing dishes) while talking (telling a story).
Anh ấy là một nhân viên giỏi, luôn ____ ____ ____ ____.
This is the standard way to describe a hardworking employee.
Sếp: 'Tôi cần người hoàn thành việc này trong hôm nay.' - Nhân viên: 'Dạ, tôi sẽ ____ ____ ____ ____ ngay ạ!'
The employee is promising immediate and industrious action.
🎉 امتیاز: /4
سوالات متداول
12 سوالYes, in 99% of cases, it is a high compliment for someone's work ethic.
Absolutely. It shows you are proactive and not just a dreamer.
'Miệng nói tay làm' sounds more energetic and physical; 'Nói đi đôi với làm' sounds more ethical and serious.
Yes, if you are praising their leadership style in a supportive way.
No, the 'talking' part implies they are communicative and social, not necessarily annoying.
You can say 'Chỉ nói mà không làm' (Only speak but don't do).
Yes, it is used and understood throughout all regions of Vietnam.
Yes, to praise a child who is helpful and active.
Not a direct one, but 'Làm luôn cho nóng' captures the spirit of immediate action.
It's less common there; it's usually for tasks involving clear physical results or chores.
It's introduced at A2 but used through C2 in more complex discussions.
No, its origins are purely secular and agricultural.
عبارات مرتبط
Nói đi đôi với làm
synonymWords go with actions
Hay làm hay nói
similarGood at working and talking
Tay làm hàm nhai
builds onIf the hands work, the jaw chews
Nói suông
contrastEmpty talk
Chỉ tay năm ngón
contrastGiving orders without working
