doạ dẫm
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Meaning
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Noun
The act of intentionally frightening or threatening someone, often used as a way to force them to do what one wants them to.
vi Mọi người phẫn nộ trước sự doạ dẫm của hắn.
en Everyone was outraged by his intimidation.
Adjective
Having a frightening or menacing quality that makes someone feel nervous, afraid, or less confident in their own abilities or safety.
vi Anh ấy có giọng nói rất doạ dẫm.
en He has a very intimidating voice.
Verb
To state one's intention to harm or punish someone, or to behave in a way that makes another person feel afraid or nervous.
vi Hắn ta liên tục doạ dẫm những người xung quanh.
en He constantly intimidates those around him.