chói mắt

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The Vietnamese word "chói mắt" can be understood in English as "to dazzle the eyes" or "dazzling."

Explanation:

• Meaning: "Chói mắt" refers to something that is very bright or intense, causing discomfort to the eyes. It can describe light, colors, or anything visually striking that makes it hard to see clearly.

Usage:

• As a Verb: You can use "chói mắt" to describe a situation where something is so bright that it makes it difficult to look at.

  • Example: "Ánh nắng mặt trời chói mắt." (The sunlight dazzles the eyes.)

• As an Adjective: You can also use it to describe something that is visually overwhelming.

  • Example: "Bộ váy này thật chói mắt." (This dress is really dazzling.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "chói mắt" can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is showy or attention-grabbing, not just in terms of brightness but also in terms of being ostentatious or overly elaborate. - Example: "Bữa tiệc này quá chói mắt với tất cả những ánh đèn và trang trí." (This party is too dazzling with all the lights and decorations.)

Word Variants:

• Chói: This means "to dazzle" or "to shine," and can be used in different contexts.
• Mắt: This means "eye."

Different Meanings:

While "chói mắt" mainly refers to brightness, it can also imply something that is excessive or over the top in style or presentation.

Synonyms:

• Rực rỡ: This means "brilliant" or "gorgeous," often used for colors or appearances that are striking.
• Sáng chói: This means "bright" or "brilliant," referring to something emitting a strong light.

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verb

1. to dazzle the eyes

adjective

1. dazzilng