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The Vietnamese word "hổi" is an adjective that describes something that is still very hot, often referring to food that has just been cooked and is steaming. It conveys the idea of warmth and freshness.

Basic Meaning:

• "Hổi" means "steaming hot" or "still hot." It is often used to describe food that is freshly prepared and is still giving off steam.

Usage Instructions:

When using "hổi," it is typically placed before the noun it describes to indicate that the noun is hot and fresh.

Example:

• Bát phở còn nóng hổi.
  • Translation: "A steaming hot bowl of noodle soup."

Advanced Usage:

• "Hổi" can also be used in a more descriptive manner, often paired with verbs or other adjectives to emphasize the temperature and freshness of food.
• Món ăn hổi hổi mới ra lò.
  • Translation: "The dish is still steaming hot right out of the oven."

Word Variants:

• Hôi hổi: This is a reduplicated form of "hổi," which emphasizes the quality of being hot. It can be used in a playful or poetic way.
  • Example: Cà phê hôi hổi.

Different Meanings:

While "hổi" primarily refers to temperature, it can also evoke feelings of warmth and comfort associated with freshly cooked meals. However, it does not have other significant meanings outside of this context.

Synonyms:

• Nóng: This means "hot" generally, but it does not specifically convey the idea of steam or freshness.
• Nóng hổi: This phrase combines "nóng" (hot) with "hổi," emphasizing that something is very hot and fresh.

Academic

1. Steaming [hot]
   • Bát phổ còn nóng hổi
     A steaming hot bowl of noodle soup
2. Hôi hổi (láy)
   • Còn nóng hôi hổi
     To be still steaming hot