không ngon
/kəwŋ ŋɔn/Describing something that is not delicious or tasty, often used for food or drinks.
Cà phê của quán này không ngon.
The coffee at this place isn't good.
Bánh này không ngon, tôi không thích.
This cake isn't tasty, I don't like it.
This phrase is commonly used in everyday conversations to express dissatisfaction with the taste of something.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage in Context
Use 'không ngon' to describe food or drinks that are not delicious. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is not appealing.
⚡Gold Rule
Politeness
When giving feedback about food, it's often more polite to say 'không ngon lắm' (not very tasty) rather than 'không ngon gì' (not tasty at all).
📖Word Origin
Combination of 'không' (not) and 'ngon' (tasty), forming a negative adjective phrase.
📝Usage Notes
This phrase is often used in informal contexts to express dissatisfaction with food or drinks. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is not appealing or satisfying.