gặm

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The Vietnamese word "gặm" is a verb that means "to gnaw" or "to nibble." It describes the action of biting or chewing something slowly and repeatedly, often to eat or wear something down.

Basic Usage:

• Gặm cỏ: This phrase means "to graze" and is often used to describe animals, like cows or goats, that eat grass or other plants by nibbling on them.

Example Sentences:

1. Con chó đang gặm xương.
   (The dog is gnawing on a bone.)

2. Chú thỏ gặm cà rốt trong vườn.
   (The rabbit is nibbling on a carrot in the garden.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "gặm" can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation where someone is gradually wearing down something, such as patience or resources.

Word Variants:

• Gặm nhấm: This is a compound verb that emphasizes the action of gnawing or nibbling even more, often used in a figurative sense.
  • Example: Nỗi buồn gặm nhấm tâm trí tôi. (The sadness is gnawing at my mind.)

Different Meanings:

While "gặm" primarily refers to the physical act of gnawing or nibbling, it can also imply a slow, persistent action that might cause damage or wear over time, both literally and figuratively.

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verb

1. to gnaw; to nibble
   • gặm cỏ
     to graze