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rẻ như bánh mì
/zɛ́ ɲɨ̂ baɲ mì/◆idiom
extremely cheap
Cái áo này rẻ như bánh mì, nhưng chất lượng không tệ.
This shirt is extremely cheap, but the quality isn't bad.
informal
Describes something that is very inexpensive, often to the point of being suspiciously cheap or low-quality.
Cửa hàng bán đồ cũ này rẻ như bánh mì, nhưng bạn cần kiểm tra kỹ trước khi mua.
This secondhand store is extremely cheap, but you should check items carefully before buying.
Không nên mua đồ rẻ như bánh mì trên mạng, có thể là hàng giả.
You shouldn't buy things that are dirt cheap online; they might be counterfeit.
This idiom is commonly used to describe prices that seem too good to be true, often implying potential quality issues.
Collocations
rẻ như bánh mìextremely cheaprẻ như bánh mì nhưng chất lượng không tệdirt cheap but not bad quality
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Cultural Context
This idiom reflects the common perception of bánh mì as a very affordable and accessible food item in Vietnam.
Gold Rule
Usage
Use this phrase to describe prices that seem unusually low, often with a cautionary tone.
Word Origin
The phrase compares the price of something to the cost of a baguette (bánh mì), which is typically very affordable in Vietnam.
Usage Notes
This idiom is widely used in everyday conversation to describe low prices, often with a hint of skepticism about quality.
Word Breakdown
rẻ
cheap
rootnhư
like
rootbánh mì
baguette
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh