Significado
Only parents understand the struggles of parenting.
Contexto cultural
Filial piety is the foundation of society. This proverb is often taught in schools and through folk songs (Ca dao) to instill respect for elders. The concept of 'knowing the parent's heart' is a shared cultural trope across China, Korea, and Vietnam, stemming from Confucianism. Younger generations use this phrase on social media to show they have 'matured' and are no longer rebellious teenagers. For overseas Vietnamese, this phrase often carries an extra layer of emotion, acknowledging parents who moved to a new country and struggled in a foreign land.
Use for Empathy
Use this when a friend is complaining about their kids to show you understand their struggle.
Not for Pets
Don't use this for raising pets; it's considered disrespectful to the weight of human parenting.
Significado
Only parents understand the struggles of parenting.
Use for Empathy
Use this when a friend is complaining about their kids to show you understand their struggle.
Not for Pets
Don't use this for raising pets; it's considered disrespectful to the weight of human parenting.
The 'Lòng' Concept
Remember that 'lòng' is more than 'heart'; it's the essence of a person's kindness and sacrifice.
Teste-se
Fill in the missing word to complete the proverb.
Có nuôi con mới biết ____ cha mẹ.
'Lòng' refers to the heart/soul/intentions of the parents.
Which situation best fits the use of this proverb?
When would you say 'Có nuôi con mới biết lòng cha mẹ'?
The proverb is about the realization of parental sacrifice through experience.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'Dạo này tớ mệt quá, chăm con nhỏ vất vả thật.' B: '________'
This is a natural empathetic response to a struggling parent.
🎉 Pontuação: /3
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
3 exerciciosCó nuôi con mới biết ____ cha mẹ.
'Lòng' refers to the heart/soul/intentions of the parents.
When would you say 'Có nuôi con mới biết lòng cha mẹ'?
The proverb is about the realization of parental sacrifice through experience.
A: 'Dạo này tớ mệt quá, chăm con nhỏ vất vả thật.' B: '________'
This is a natural empathetic response to a struggling parent.
🎉 Pontuação: /3
Perguntas frequentes
3 perguntasYes, you can use it to describe someone else's realization, or as a general statement of wisdom, but it's most powerful when coming from a parent.
The proverb traditionally uses 'cha mẹ' because it's more formal and rhythmic, but in conversation, you can say 'bố mẹ'.
Extremely. It is one of the most cited proverbs in modern Vietnamese life.
Frases relacionadas
Công cha nghĩa mẹ
similarThe labor of the father and the devotion of the mother.
Nước mắt chảy xuôi
similarTears flow downwards.
Mẹ già bằng ba then cửa
relatedAn old mother is as secure as three door bolts.
Con có khóc mẹ mới cho bú
contrastOnly when the baby cries does the mother nurse.
