ngào ngạt

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The Vietnamese word "ngào ngạt" is primarily used as an adjective to describe a strong, pleasant fragrance or aroma that is often overwhelming in a good way. It can refer to the scent of flowers, food, or any pleasant smell that fills the air.

Usage Instructions

• Context: "ngào ngạt" is often used to describe scents that evoke strong emotions or memories, and it is usually associated with positive experiences.
• Form: It can be used to describe various nouns, such as "hương" (scent) or "hoa" (flowers).

Examples

1. Basic Usage:

   • "Hương hoa nhài ngào ngạt trong vườn."

2. Advanced Usage:

   • "Bánh mì mới ra lò có mùi ngào ngạt, khiến ai cũng phải thèm thuồng."

Word Variants

• "Ngào" can be used in different contexts, often relating to the act of inhaling or taking in a scent.
• "Ngạt" can imply a sense of being overwhelmed or suffocated, but in this context, it is used positively to express a delightful scent.

Different Meanings

While "ngào ngạt" primarily refers to a strong scent, in some poetic or literary contexts, it can also evoke feelings of nostalgia or longing associated with that scent.

Synonyms

• "Thơm" (fragrant)
• "Nồng" (strong, often used for scents)
• "Ngát" (also means fragrant, but can imply a lighter scent)

Academic

verb

1. to erhale