chờm

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The Vietnamese word "chờm" means "to cover over" or "to obscure." It is often used in contexts where something is being placed on top of something else, either literally or figuratively.

Usage Instructions:

1. Literal Use: You can use "chờm" to describe an object physically covering another object.
2. Figurative Use: It can also refer to situations where something is hidden or blocked from view, such as emotions or information.

Examples:

• Literal Example:

  • "Tôi chờm cái chăn lên giường."
  • (I cover the blanket over the bed.)

• Figurative Example:

  • "Nỗi buồn chờm lên nụ cười của cô ấy."
  • (The sadness covers over her smile.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "chờm" can be used in literary or poetic expressions to evoke feelings of concealment or to describe a sense of overshadowing, such as when discussing themes of despair or loss.

Word Variants:

• Chờm lên: To cover over something.
• Chờm kín: To cover completely, can indicate total obscurity.

Different Meanings:

While "chờm" primarily means "to cover over," it can also imply hiding or masking something. The context in which it is used will help clarify its intended meaning.

Synonyms:

• Che: To cover or hide.
• Đậy: To cover or lid (often used for containers).
• Bịt: To block or obstruct (more forceful than "chờm").

Academic

1. To cover over