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Ả
ʔaː˧˩
PronounParticle
Pronoun
Derogatory third-person pronoun for a woman
DerogatoryUsed to refer to a woman in a dismissive, contemptuous, or often derogatory manner, implying low social status, promiscuity, or undesirable behavior. It carries a strong negative connotation, similar to 'that woman/girl' but with added disdain.
Ví dụ:
"Con ả đó chuyên đi nói xấu người khác."
→ That woman (derogatory) specializes in badmouthing others.
"Hắn ta cứ gọi ả là 'con ả kia' mỗi khi tức giận."
→ He kept calling her 'that woman (derogatory)' whenever he got angry.
Particle
Exclamatory or emphatic particle
Archaic, Poetic, or RegionalAn archaic, poetic, or regional particle used to express mild surprise, lament, or to soften a command. Often found in interjections or calls. Its usage is infrequent in modern standard Vietnamese, but common in folk songs and traditional literature.
Ví dụ:
"Ả ơi, đừng khóc nữa!"
→ Oh dear, don't cry anymore!
"Thôi ả, mình về đi thôi."
→ Come on, let's go home.