Signification
Feeling very frustrated or mad
Contexte culturel
The 'ruột' (intestines) is considered the center of deep feelings. Phrases like 'đau xót ruột gan' (painful intestines/liver) for sadness or 'tức lộn ruột' for anger show this. Many East Asian cultures share the 'gut-brain' connection in language, likely influenced by traditional Chinese medicine which links the liver to anger and the stomach to worry. Young people in cities like Saigon and Hanoi use this phrase frequently to complain about traffic and delivery apps, often shortening it to just 'Tức ghê!' or 'Cay!' in text speech.
Add 'Thật sự'
Say 'Tức lộn ruột thật sự' (Truly infuriating) to sound more like a native speaker when venting.
Watch your tone
Because this is a visceral idiom, saying it too loudly in public might make people think you are about to start a fight.
Signification
Feeling very frustrated or mad
Add 'Thật sự'
Say 'Tức lộn ruột thật sự' (Truly infuriating) to sound more like a native speaker when venting.
Watch your tone
Because this is a visceral idiom, saying it too loudly in public might make people think you are about to start a fight.
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing word to complete the idiom.
Nghe nó nói xạo mà tôi tức ___ ruột.
The full idiom is 'tức lộn ruột'.
Which situation is most appropriate for using 'tức lộn ruột'?
When would you say this?
It's an informal idiom for frustration, perfect for venting to friends.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Sao mặt mày đỏ gay vậy? B: ________. Tao vừa bị mất ví tiền.
Losing a wallet is a very frustrating situation that fits the idiom.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesNghe nó nói xạo mà tôi tức ___ ruột.
The full idiom is 'tức lộn ruột'.
When would you say this?
It's an informal idiom for frustration, perfect for venting to friends.
A: Sao mặt mày đỏ gay vậy? B: ________. Tao vừa bị mất ví tiền.
Losing a wallet is a very frustrating situation that fits the idiom.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsIt's not 'vulgar' (no swear words), but it is very informal. Use it with friends, not elders.
No, it is specifically for anger and frustration. For sadness, use 'đau lòng'.
Yes, you can say 'Tôi thấy rất khó chịu' (I feel very uncomfortable/annoyed).
Expressions liées
Tức điên người
synonymAngry to the point of going crazy
Cay cú
similarFeeling bitter and resentful
Nóng máu
similarHot-blooded/Angry
Giận tím người
similarSo angry you turn purple
