This is the 926th most frequent Vietnamese word.
ngại
The Vietnamese word "ngại" means "to be hesitant," "to feel shy," or "to be reluctant."
Used to express feeling shy or hesitant.
Tôi hơi ngại khi nói trước đám đông.
I feel a bit shy speaking in front of a crowd.
Used to encourage someone to proceed without feeling hesitant.
Có gì ngại đâu, cứ làm đi!
There's nothing to be hesitant about; just do it!
Used to indicate hesitance or reluctance.