Signification
Ignoring something that is happening on purpose.
Contexte culturel
The phrase reflects the 'Chai Yen' (cool heart) philosophy, where emotional restraint is a sign of high status and maturity. The phrase is identical in Thai, reflecting the shared Tai-Kadai agrarian history and social values. The concept of 'Face' is central. Ignoring a mistake is often a gift of dignity to the person who made it. The use of farm imagery to describe social behavior is common in cultures where the majority of the population were historically farmers.
Use it for advice
If a friend is angry about something small, say 'Ao hoo pai na sa' to calm them down.
Don't be too 'Muen'
If you use this for everything, people might think you don't care about anything.
Signification
Ignoring something that is happening on purpose.
Use it for advice
If a friend is angry about something small, say 'Ao hoo pai na sa' to calm them down.
Don't be too 'Muen'
If you use this for everything, people might think you don't care about anything.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing words to complete the proverb.
ເອົາຫູໄປ___ ເອົາຕາໄປ___
The proverb uses 'Na' (lowland field) and 'Hai' (upland field).
Which situation best fits the proverb?
Someone is gossiping about your friend at a party.
The proverb is about avoiding drama and conflict.
What is the primary cultural reason for using this phrase?
Why do Lao people 'take their ears to the field'?
Lao culture values 'cool hearts' and avoiding direct confrontation.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesເອົາຫູໄປ___ ເອົາຕາໄປ___
The proverb uses 'Na' (lowland field) and 'Hai' (upland field).
Someone is gossiping about your friend at a party.
The proverb is about avoiding drama and conflict.
Why do Lao people 'take their ears to the field'?
Lao culture values 'cool hearts' and avoiding direct confrontation.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsNo, it's generally seen as a sign of wisdom and patience, though it can be sarcastic if used with the wrong tone.
It's better to use it *about* your boss's kindness, or in a very humble way. Don't tell your boss to 'take their ears to the field'!
Expressions liées
ເຮັດຫູໜວກ ຕາບອດ
similarTo act deaf and blind.
ເຮັດມຶນ
synonymTo act numb/indifferent.
ໃຈເຢັນ
builds onCool heart / Calm.
