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Also found in: Vietnamese - French

cha chả

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The Vietnamese word "cha chả" is an expression that can be understood as "oho!" or "aha!" in English. It is often used to convey surprise, realization, or excitement when someone discovers something new or unexpected.

Usage Instructions:

You can use "cha chả" in conversations when you want to express a sudden understanding or when something catches you off guard. It's a casual expression, so it's best used in informal settings with friends or family rather than in formal situations.

Example:
  • Situation: You just found out that your friend has been secretly planning a surprise party for you.
  • You might say: "Cha chả! Tôi không thể tin bạn đã làm điều đó!"
Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "cha chả" can be used to emphasize a moment of clarity or insight in a discussion. For example, you might use it when someone explains a complex idea that suddenly makes sense to you.

Word Variants:

While "cha chả" itself is a fixed expression, you might encounter similar exclamations in Vietnamese that convey surprise or excitement, such as "ôi trời!" (oh my!) or "trời ơi!" (oh my goodness!).

Different Meanings:

The primary meaning of "cha chả" is the expression of surprise or realization. It does not have significantly different meanings in other contexts, but it can vary slightly in tone depending on the situation.

Synonyms:

Some synonyms for "cha chả" that express surprise or realization include: - "Ôi!" (Oh!) - "Wow!" (used similarly in English) - "Hả?" (Huh? or Really?)

  1. Oho! aha!

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