dây mực

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The Vietnamese word "dây mực" refers to a "chalk line," which is a tool used in construction and carpentry. It is a thin string coated with chalk powder. When you pull the string tight and snap it against a surface, it leaves a straight line of chalk, which helps you draw straight lines for measuring or marking.

Usage Instructions:

• Basic Use: To create straight lines on walls, floors, or any surfaces while you’re working on a project.
• Procedure:
  • Secure one end of the line at a starting point.
  • Pull the string taut to the desired length.
  • Snap the string against the surface to leave a chalk line.

Example:

• "Khi tôi xây tường, tôi đã sử dụng dây mực để đánh dấu đường thẳng." (When I was building the wall, I used a chalk line to mark the straight line.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "dây mực" can also refer to precision in measurements, emphasizing the importance of accuracy in construction or artistic endeavors.

Word Variants:

• "Dây" means "string" or "line."
• "Mực" means "ink" or "chalk." Together, they form "dây mực," specifically indicating the chalk line tool.

Different Meanings:

While primarily it refers to a chalk line, in some contexts, "mực" alone can mean ink or squid, depending on the usage. However, when combined with "dây," it specifically indicates the tool used in marking.

Synonyms:

• "Dây đánh dấu" (marking line)
• "Dây chỉ" (string line) – though this can refer to general string for marking, not specifically chalk.

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1. chalk line