phù du
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Meaning
2 senses
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Noun
A type of insect known for having a very short adult life span.
vi Con phù du bay lượn trên mặt nước.
en The mayfly flies over the water surface.
Adjective
Lasting for only a very short time and not permanent or substantial.
vi Mọi danh tiếng trên đời đều là phù du.
en All fame in the world is ephemeral.