mắt

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The Vietnamese word "mắt" means "eye" in English. It is a noun that refers to the organ that allows us to see.

Usage Instructions:

• "Mắt" is used when talking about vision, seeing, or anything related to the eyes.
• You can use "mắt" in various contexts, such as to describe someone's eye color, to talk about eye health, or to express feelings (like when you cry).

Examples:

1. Basic Usage:

   • "Mắt của tôi màu nâu." (My eyes are brown.)

2. Describing a Feeling:

   • "Khói làm cay mắt." (Smoke stings the eyes.)

3. Expressing Concern:

   • "Tôi bị đau mắt." (I have an eyeache.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Mắt" can also be used in idiomatic expressions. For example:
  • "Mắt thấy tai nghe" means "What the eye sees and the ear hears." This phrase emphasizes the importance of direct experience.

Word Variants:

• "Mắt" can combine with other words to form new terms:
  • Mắt kính: glasses
  • Mắt mèo: cat's eye (also used to describe a certain type of gemstone)
  • Mắt to: big eyes
  • Mắt nhỏ: small eyes

Different Meanings:

• While "mắt" primarily means "eye," it can also refer to the "eye" of a needle or a hole (like in a button). Always consider the context to determine the meaning.

Synonyms:

• "Con mắt": This is another way to say "eye," though it is more formal or poetic.
• "Thiên nhãn": This means "heavenly eye" and is often used in a spiritual context.

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noun

1. eye. eye
   • khói làm cay mắt
     smoke stings the eyes