chìm nổi
Meaning
2 senses
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To sink and then float involves the motion of moving below and then above the surface of water.
vi Những mảnh vụn chìm nổi dập dềnh trên mặt nước.
en The debris is sinking and then floating on the water surface.
To struggle in the vicissitudes means to experience the many changes and difficulties of life.
vi Cuộc đời bà ấy đã trải qua biết bao nhiêu phen chìm nổi.
en Her life has experienced many ups and downs and difficulties.