bập bõm

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The Vietnamese word "bập bõm" is an adverb that describes a way of doing something imperfectly or with a lack of fluency. It often refers to speaking or remembering something in a way that is incomplete or not very skilled.

Basic Meaning:

1. Defectively: This means that something is not done correctly or is lacking in some way.

Usage Instructions:

You can use "bập bõm" when talking about: - Language skills: When someone speaks a language but is not fluent or makes many mistakes. - Memory: When someone remembers only parts of something, like a poem or a song.

Examples:

1. Language:

   • "Tôi nói tiếng Pháp bập bõm."

2. Memory:

   • "Tôi nhớ bập bõm mấy câu thơ."

3. Understanding:

   • "Tôi nghe bập bõm câu được câu mất."

Advanced Usage:

You might use "bập bõm" in more complex sentences to describe situations where someone struggles with communication or understanding, particularly in a new language or when recalling information that is partially forgotten.

Word Variants:

While "bập bõm" itself is often used, you might come across it in different contexts, combined with other words. However, it generally retains its meaning related to defectiveness or imperfection.

Different Meanings:

Though primarily used to describe language skills, "bập bõm" can also refer to any situation where something is not done completely or accurately.

Synonyms:

• Lúng túng: This means to be awkward or confused, often used in similar contexts.
• Vụng về: This means clumsy or unskilled, which can also describe someone's attempt at speaking or performing an activity.

Academic

adv

1. Defectively
   • nhớ bập bõm mấy câu thơ
     to remember defectively a few verses
   • nghe bập bõm câu được câu mất
     to understand defectively a few sentences
   • nói tiếng Pháp bập bõm
     to speak a smatter of French
   • bập bà bập bõm
     very defectively