khứa

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The Vietnamese word "khứa" functions as a verb and is commonly understood to mean "to cut little by little." This word is often used when referring to making small cuts or incisions in something rather than cutting through it completely at once.

Usage Instructions:

• Context: "Khứa" is typically used in culinary contexts, such as when preparing meat or vegetables, but it can also apply in other situations where small cuts are made.
• Form: It is often used in the present tense but can be adapted to other tenses depending on the context.

Example:

• Culinary Context:
  • "Tôi khứa thịt để ướp gia vị."
  • (Translation: "I cut the meat little by little to marinate it.")

Advanced Usage:

• "Khứa" can also be used metaphorically to describe gradually diminishing something or taking small actions over time.
• Example: "Khứa dần những thói quen xấu."
  • (Translation: "Gradually cut away bad habits.")

Word Variants:

• Khứa lại: To cut again or to reinforce the cuts.
• Khứa sâu: To cut deeply, indicating a more significant cut than usual.

Different Meanings:

While "khứa" primarily means to cut little by little, in some contexts, it can imply a careful or precise approach to cutting, suggesting attention to detail.

Synonyms:

• Cắt: This is a more general term for "to cut." It can mean cutting in any manner, not limited to small cuts.
• Xén: This means to trim or clip, often used in the context of cutting hair or plants.

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verb

1. to cut little by little