hất hậu

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The Vietnamese word "hất hậu" refers to the action of kicking, particularly in the context of a horse kicking backward. It describes a specific movement where the horse lifts its hind legs and strikes out, which can be a defensive or aggressive action.

Usage Instructions:

1. Context: Use "hất hậu" when discussing horse behavior, especially in terms of their movements or actions.
2. Sentence Structure: You can use it in sentences to describe the horse's action or when narrating a story about horses.

Example Sentence:

• "Con ngựa hất hậu để tự vệ khi bị đe dọa." (The horse kicked backward to defend itself when threatened.)

Advanced Usage:

In a broader context, "hất hậu" can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who retaliates or reacts strongly to a situation. For example, if someone responds aggressively to criticism, you could say they are "hất hậu" in their reaction.

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "hất hậu," but it can be used in different tenses depending on the context:
  • "hất hậu" (present)
  • "đã hất hậu" (past)

Different Meanings:

While "hất hậu" primarily refers to the action of kicking, it can also imply a sudden or unexpected reaction in a metaphorical sense, similar to how someone might lash out verbally.

Synonyms:

• "đá" (kick) - This is a more general term for kicking that can apply to various situations, not just horses.
• "phản ứng" (reaction) - In a metaphorical sense, this can relate to the idea of responding aggressively.

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1. kick (of a horse)