đạp

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The Vietnamese word "đạp" is a verb that means "to stamp" or "to trample." It is often used to describe the action of stepping heavily on something, usually with the foot. This can be used in various contexts, both literally and figuratively.

Usage Instructions:

• "Đạp" is commonly used when talking about stepping on or crushing objects, such as flowers, leaves, or even a pedal on a bike.
• It can also be used metaphorically to describe situations where someone forcefully dismisses or disregards something.

Examples:

1. Literal Usage:

   • "Tôi đã đạp lên chiếc lá."
   • (I stepped on the leaf.)

2. Figurative Usage:

   • "Anh ấy đã đạp lên hy vọng của tôi."
   • (He trampled on my hopes.)

Advanced Usage:

• In more advanced contexts, "đạp" can be used in phrases like "đạp xe," which means "to ride a bike." Here, it indicates the action of pedaling the bicycle.
• You might also encounter "đạp đổ," meaning "to overthrow" or "to topple," which can be used in political or social discussions.

Word Variants:

• Đạp xe: to ride a bike.
• Đạp mạnh: to stamp down hard.
• Đạp xuống: to stomp down.

Different Meanings:

• While "đạp" primarily means to stamp or trample, it can also imply a sense of aggression or forcefulness in certain contexts. For example, "đạp" can refer to crushing something in a more emotional or psychological sense.

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verb

1. to stamp; to trample