Lyrics & Translation
Learning Vietnamese through 'Thật Bất Ngờ' offers a unique and engaging experience. The song's clever and satirical lyrics provide insight into contemporary Vietnamese slang and social commentary. Its catchy melody and clear pronunciation make it easier to pick up new vocabulary and phrases. What makes this song special for language learners is its use of irony and wordplay, which can help you understand the nuances of the Vietnamese language in a fun and memorable way.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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thông tin /tʰɔŋ tin/ B1 |
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đàn bà /ɗaːn baː/ A2 |
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thời trang /tʰɔj t͡ʃaŋ/ B1 |
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lôi cuốn /lɔj kuːn/ B2 |
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khóc /xɔk/ A1 |
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tươi sáng /t͡ɕɨəi saŋ/ B1 |
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cặp /kəp/ A2 |
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lừa dối /lɨə ɗɔj/ B1 |
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ngã /ŋaː/ A1 |
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cư dân /kɨə ɗaːn/ B1 |
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đồng bào /ɗɔŋ baːo/ B2 |
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nhốn nhao /ɲɔn ɲaːo/ B1 |
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vội vã /vɔj vaː/ B1 |
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chia tay /t͡ɕia taːj/ A2 |
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trồng trọt /t͡ɕɔŋ t͡ɕɔt/ B1 |
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mơ /mɔː/ A1 |
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ao ước /aːo ɨɔk/ B2 |
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bất ngờ /bət nɡɔː/ B1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Chỉ một xì căng đan
➔ Use of a noun phrase as a subject, indicating a single scandal.
➔ The phrase "một xì căng đan" functions as the subject of the sentence, highlighting the power of a single scandal to attract attention. The word "một" (one) emphasizes the singularity of the event.
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Thế nên bây giờ điều quan tâm nhất là
➔ Use of 'Thế nên' as a conjunction indicating consequence/result. 'Điều...nhất' construction for superlative.
➔ "Thế nên" signals that what follows is a direct consequence of the preceding statements. "Điều quan tâm nhất" means 'the most important thing' and demonstrates a superlative construction in Vietnamese.
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Và màn hình ti vi đêm ngày trồng trọt vào trong trí óc
➔ Metaphorical language - 'trồng trọt' (to grow/cultivate) used figuratively to describe the influence of TV on the mind.
➔ The verb "trồng trọt" (to grow) is used metaphorically to suggest that the TV is actively 'planting' ideas and images into the listener's mind, implying a passive reception of information. The phrase 'đêm ngày' (day and night) emphasizes the constant exposure.
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Về một thế giới như mơ như thơ như ly kem bơ ôi thật bất ngờ
➔ Parallel structure using 'như' (like/as) to create a poetic and dreamlike quality. Exclamatory phrase 'ôi thật bất ngờ!'
➔ The repetition of 'như' (like/as) creates a flowing, dreamlike quality, comparing the world presented by TV to something idyllic and fantastical. The exclamation 'ôi thật bất ngờ!' (Oh, how surprising!) expresses a sense of wonder and perhaps irony.
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