dèn dẹt

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The Vietnamese word "dèn dẹt" refers to something that is flat or level, often used to describe the shape or surface of an object. It can also imply a lack of elevation or thickness.

Usage Instructions:

• "Dèn dẹt" can be used to describe physical objects, such as a flat surface, a thin slice of food, or even certain characteristics of a person’s demeanor (for example, feeling flat in mood).
• It can be used in both everyday conversation as well as in more descriptive writing.

Examples:

1. Describing an Object:
   • "Bánh mì này dèn dẹt." (This bread is flat.)
2. Describing a Surface:
   • "Bàn làm việc của tôi rất dèn dẹt." (My desk is very flat.)

Advanced Usage:

In a more advanced context, "dèn dẹt" can be used metaphorically. For instance, you might describe a situation or a conversation that lacks excitement or depth as being "dèn dẹt": - "Cuộc trò chuyện hôm qua thật sự dèn dẹt." (Yesterday's conversation was really flat.)

Word Variants:

• Dẹt: This is the root of "dèn dẹt" and can be used on its own to mean "flat."
• Dẹt lết: This variant emphasizes a more extreme level of flatness.

Different Meanings:

While "dèn dẹt" primarily refers to flatness, it can also have a figurative meaning: - Emotionally Flat: When someone is feeling low or lacks enthusiasm, you might describe their mood as "dèn dẹt."

Synonyms:

• Phẳng: This word also means "flat" and can be used interchangeably in many contexts.
• Bằng: This word means "level" or "even," often used when referring to surfaces.

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1. xem dẹt (láy)