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gọt

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The Vietnamese word "gọt" is a verb that primarily means "to whittle" or "to sharpen." It refers to the action of removing material from an object, often to make it smoother or to create a specific shape.

Basic Usage

You can use "gọt" when talking about preparing food, especially fruits and vegetables. For example, when you peel an apple or cut it into slices, you can say you are "gọt táo" (to slice/peel an apple).

Example Sentences
  1. Tôi sẽ gọt quả táo cho bạn.
    (I will peel the apple for you.)

  2. ấy gọt bút chì để viết cho dễ.
    (She sharpens the pencil to write more easily.)

Advanced Usage

In a more advanced context, "gọt" can also refer to refining or perfecting something, such as a skill or a piece of writing. For example:

Word Variants
  • Gọt dưa: to slice cucumbers.
  • Gọt vỏ: to peel the skin off (e.g., fruits).
  • Gọt thỏi: to sharpen a stick or rod.
Different Meanings

While "gọt" primarily refers to the action of whittling or sharpening, it can also imply the process of making something better, smoother, or more polished in a figurative sense.

Synonyms
  • Tỉa: to trim (often used for cutting plants or flowers).
  • Chỉnh: to adjust or correct.
Summary

The word "gọt" is versatile and can be applied in both literal and figurative contexts. It is commonly used in cooking and crafting but can also extend to improving skills or ideas.

verb
  1. to whittle; to sharpen

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