hét

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The Vietnamese word "hét" is a verb that means "to cry," "to roar," or "to scream." It describes a loud vocal expression often used when someone is very emotional, excited, or in distress.

Basic Usage

• Hét can be used when someone is shouting or calling out loudly.
• It is typically used in contexts where a loud noise is made, either in happiness, anger, or surprise.

Example Sentences

1. Cô ấy hét lên khi thấy con rắn.
   (She screamed when she saw the snake.)

2. Trẻ con thường hét khi chơi đùa.
   (Children often scream when they are playing.)

Advanced Usage

In advanced contexts, "hét" can also refer to expressing strong emotions in a more metaphorical sense, such as "hét lên" which means "to cry out" or "to shout out" in a way that conveys urgency or strong feelings.

Variants

• Hét lên: This phrase means "to shout out loud" and emphasizes the act of yelling with more intensity.
• Hét to: This means "to shout loudly," where "to" emphasizes the volume of the scream.

Different Meanings

While "hét" primarily refers to loud vocalizations, it can also imply: - Expressing strong feelings: For example, when someone is in pain or joy, they may "hét" to show their emotions.

Synonyms

1. Gào: This means "to howl" or "to wail," often used for more desperate or sorrowful expressions.
2. Kêu: This means "to call" or "to yell," but is often used in a less intense context than "hét."
3. Hô: This means "to shout" or "to call out," typically used in a more commanding or attention-seeking manner.

Academic

verb

1. to cry; to roar; to scream
   • hét to lên
     to cry aloud