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Nhớ như trong giấc mơ
/ɲəː˧˩˧ ɲɨ˧˧ tʂawŋ͡m˧˧ zək˧˥ mɤ˧/◆idiom
remembering fondly as if in a dream
Anh ấy nhớ về cô ấy như trong giấc mơ, dù họ đã chia tay lâu rồi.
He remembers her fondly as if in a dream, even though they broke up long ago.
literary
To remember someone or something with deep affection and nostalgia, as if the memory feels unreal or dreamlike.
Cô ấy vẫn nhớ anh như trong giấc mơ, dù cuộc sống đã đổi thay.
She still remembers him fondly as if in a dream, even though life has changed.
Often used to describe longing for a past love or cherished memory that feels distant or surreal.
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Pro Tip
Emotional Tone
This idiom carries a bittersweet tone. Use it when describing memories that feel both beautiful and distant.
Word Origin
The phrase combines 'nhớ' (to remember/miss) with 'giấc mơ' (dream), evoking the idea of memories so vivid they feel like dreams.
Usage Notes
Used in emotional or poetic contexts to express deep nostalgia. Avoid using in formal or technical writing.
Word Breakdown
nhớ
to remember or miss
rootnhư
as if
roottrong
in
rootgiấc mơ
a dream
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh