nổi nênh
Meaning
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Verb
To stay on the surface of a liquid without sinking, or to move slowly through the air.
vi Những chiếc lá khô đang nổi nênh trên mặt nước hồ.
en The dry leaves are floating on the surface of the lake water.
Adjective
Describing something that is currently floating on the surface of water or another liquid.
vi Con thuyền nhỏ vẫn đang nổi nênh giữa dòng sông.
en The small boat is still afloat in the middle of the river.
Describing a situation or state that is not stable, certain, or safe, and is likely to change.
vi Cuộc sống của họ trở nên nổi nênh sau khi công ty đóng cửa.
en Their lives became uncertain after the company closed down.