ngậm ngùi

Pronunciation Northern /ŋə̰ʔm˨˩ ŋṳj˨˩/ Central /ŋə̰m˨˨ ŋuj˧˧/ Southern /ŋəm˨˩˨ ŋuj˨˩/

grieved

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grieved

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grieved Feelings & EmotionsTheme EmotionsTag

To feel deep grief, sorrow, or pity in response to an unfortunate situation.

vi Cô ấy ngậm ngùi khi nhìn thấy cảnh tượng đáng thương đó.

en She felt deep sorrow when she saw that pitiful sight.

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