hành hạ

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The Vietnamese word "hành hạ" is a verb that means to maltreat or to ill-treat someone or something. It refers to the act of causing pain, suffering, or discomfort to another person, often in a cruel or harsh manner.

Usage Instructions:

• "Hành hạ" is generally used in contexts where someone is being treated very badly, either physically or emotionally.
• It can be used in both formal and informal settings, but is often associated with serious situations, such as abuse.

Example:

• "Anh ta đã hành hạ con chó của mình."
  • Translation: "He has maltreated his dog."

Advanced Usage:

• In more complex sentences, "hành hạ" can be used to describe broader situations or feelings:
  • "Cách mà cô ấy hành hạ bản thân mình thật đáng lo ngại."

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "hành hạ," but it can be combined with other words to form phrases, such as "hành hạ tinh thần" (to psychologically torment) or "hành hạ thể xác" (to physically torture).

Different Meanings:

• While "hành hạ" primarily refers to maltreatment, it can also imply a sense of enduring hardship or suffering, though this is less common.

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verb

1. to maltreat; to ill-treat; to batter about