gióc

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The Vietnamese word "gióc" is a verb that means "to plait" or "to braid," particularly in relation to hair. When you "gióc" hair, you are intertwining strands of hair together to create a decorative style.

Usage Instructions:

• You typically use "gióc" when talking about hairstyles or when teaching someone how to style their hair.
• It can be used in both casual conversations and more formal contexts when discussing hairdressing.

Example:

• "Tôi sẽ gióc tóc cho bạn." (I will braid your hair.)
• "Cô ấy gióc tóc rất đẹp." (She braids her hair very beautifully.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, you might use "gióc" in discussions about different braiding techniques or styles, such as "gióc tóc Pháp" (French braid) or "gióc tóc châu Á" (Asian braid).

Word Variants:

While "gióc" primarily refers to braiding hair, it can also be used in a broader sense when discussing making connections or intertwining things, though this usage is less common.

Different Meanings:

The word "gióc" does not have many meanings outside of hair braiding. However, you might encounter it in idiomatic expressions related to intertwining or connecting.

Synonyms:

Some synonyms for "gióc" when referring to hair include: - "tết" - which can also mean to braid in a more general sense. - "bím" - refers to a braid or plait itself, not the action of braiding.

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verb

1. to plait (hair)