cháy

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The Vietnamese word "cháy" is versatile and can be used in various contexts. Here’s a breakdown of its meanings and usage:

Basic Meaning:

1. Verb: "cháy" primarily means to burn or to blaze. It describes the action of something on fire or producing flames.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "cháy" to talk about anything that is burning, such as wood, paper, or even a fire in general.
• It can also be used in metaphorical contexts to describe intense feelings, such as anxiety or thirst.

Examples:

• Literal Use:

  • "Củi cháy" means "firewood burns." This indicates that the firewood is currently burning.
  • "Lửa cháy rực trời" means "the fire blazed the sky bright." This describes a fire that is very bright and prominent.

• Metaphorical Use:

  • "Khát cháy họng" translates to "a parching thirst." This expression describes an intense feeling of thirst as if the throat is burning.
  • "Lo cháy ruột gan" means "to be on tenterhooks." It describes a feeling of anxiety or worry, as if one's insides are on fire.

Advanced Usage:

• Noun Form: "cháy" can also refer to certain types of food. For instance, "cá cháy" means "burned rice," which is the crispy rice that forms at the bottom of a pot after cooking.
• Adjective Use: When used in phrases like "cháy nắng," it means to be sunburnt. This indicates skin that has been burned by the sun.

Word Variants:

• Cháy nắng: Indicates sunburn.
• Cháy tạng: Can refer to overheated internal organs (used in medical contexts).

Different Meanings:

• The term can describe different states of burning, not just physical fire. For example, "cháy" can refer to burning emotions or sensations, indicating intensity or urgency.

Synonyms:

• "Bốc cháy": To catch fire.
• "Bùng cháy": To flare up or suddenly ignite.
• "Lửa": Fire (though this is a noun, it can be used in conjunction with "cháy" for expressions).

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noun

1. xem cá cháy
2. Burned rice (at bottom of a pot)
3. Combustion

verb

1. To burn, to blaze
   • củi cháy
     firewood burns
   • lửa cháy rực trời
     the fire blazed the sky bright
   • cháy nắng
     to be sunburnt
2. To parch
   • khát cháy họng
     a parching thirst
   • lo cháy ruột gan
     to be on tenterhooks