Signification
Feeling a high sense of pleasure.
Contexte culturel
The phrase 'Phê chữ ê kéo dài' became a massive viral meme on TikTok and Facebook, showing how Gen Z loves to play with phonetics. In Hanoi, 'phê' is often used while sitting on low stools (ghế đậu) drinking lemon tea (trà chanh). It's part of the 'chém gió' (gossiping) lexicon. The 'Vinahouse' genre is often associated with the term 'phê nhạc.' It describes the trance-like state fans enter during high-energy beats. The brand 'Phê La' uses the word in its name to suggest that their specialty tea/coffee provides a superior sensory experience.
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Never use this with people much older than you or in formal documents.
The 'ê' stretch
Stretch the 'ê' sound (Phêêê...) to sound more like a native speaker when you're really enjoying something.
Signification
Feeling a high sense of pleasure.
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Never use this with people much older than you or in formal documents.
The 'ê' stretch
Stretch the 'ê' sound (Phêêê...) to sound more like a native speaker when you're really enjoying something.
Food is the best start
The safest way to start using 'phê' is when eating with friends of your own age.
Pair with 'vãi'
If you want to sound very 'Gen Z,' say 'Phê vãi!' (but only with very close friends).
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'phê'.
Nghe bản nhạc này thấy ____ quá!
Music is a sensory experience that makes you feel 'phê'.
Which situation is NOT appropriate for using 'phê'?
Choose the context:
'Phê' is slang and too informal for professional settings.
Match the slang variation to its meaning.
Variations:
Each variation adds a different flavor to the base word.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Bát bún chả này thế nào? B: ________
Combining 'ngon' (delicious) with 'phê' is a very natural way to praise food.
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Aides visuelles
Good vs. Phê
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesNghe bản nhạc này thấy ____ quá!
Music is a sensory experience that makes you feel 'phê'.
Choose the context:
'Phê' is slang and too informal for professional settings.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
Each variation adds a different flavor to the base word.
A: Bát bún chả này thế nào? B: ________
Combining 'ngon' (delicious) with 'phê' is a very natural way to praise food.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNot exactly, but it is very informal. It's like 'dope' in English—fine with friends, bad with your grandma.
Yes! People often say 'Phê cà' to mean they are enjoying their coffee or feeling the caffeine kick.
Historically, yes. It originally meant being high on opium, but today it's used for food, music, and relaxation.
It's an exaggerated version. 'Lòi' means to pop out, so you're so happy your eyes are popping out!
It's better to say 'Phê quá' or 'Thấy phê.' Saying 'Tôi phê' can sound like you are literally high on drugs.
Yes, it's used nationwide, though the slang variations might differ slightly.
It's a meme. It means 'Phê' with a very long 'ê' sound, indicating extreme pleasure.
It's a bit objectifying and very slangy. Better to use 'Xinh' or 'Đẹp.'
Only in entertainment or lifestyle sections that use a casual tone. Never in serious news.
It's like the 'e' in 'pet' but closed more. Think of the 'ay' in 'day' but don't move your mouth at the end.
Expressions liées
Sướng
similarHappy/Pleasurable
Đã
similarSatisfied
Ngon
builds onDelicious
Chill
similarTo relax
