bớt xớ

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The Vietnamese word "bớt xớ" is an informal phrase that means to bargain or haggle over the price of something. It is commonly used in everyday conversations, especially when discussing shopping or negotiating prices.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "bớt xớ" when you want to talk about negotiating a better price for an item you want to buy.
• It's often used in markets or shops, where prices are not fixed, and customers may try to get a lower price.

Example:

• "Tôi đã mua cái áo này với giá rẻ nhưng tôi vẫn muốn bớt xớ." (I bought this shirt at a low price, but I still want to haggle.)

Advanced Usage:

• In more advanced contexts, "bớt xớ" can also refer to negotiating terms in other situations, like contracts or agreements, not just prices.
• You might hear it in sentences like: "Trong cuộc họp, chúng ta cũng cần phải bớt xớ về các điều khoản hợp đồng." (In the meeting, we also need to negotiate the terms of the contract.)

Word Variants:

• "Bớt" means to reduce or lessen.
• "Xớ" is a colloquial term that emphasizes the action of haggling or negotiating.

Different Meanings:

While "bớt xớ" primarily refers to bargaining, it can also imply being overly persistent or demanding in negotiations, which might not always be seen positively.

Synonyms:

• "Mặc cả" - This is another term that means to bargain or negotiate a price.
• "Kỳ kèo" - This means to haggle or try to get a better deal, often in a more informal or colloquial manner.

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khẩu ngữ

1. như bớt xén
2. To bargain, to haggle
   • đã mua rẻ lại còn muốn bớt xén
     though it was a bargain, she still haggled