nhổ

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The Vietnamese word "nhổ" has several meanings related to the actions of pulling, extracting, or spitting. Here’s a breakdown to help you understand it better:

Basic Meanings:

1. To Spit:

   • Usage: "nhổ" can be used when talking about spitting out saliva.
   • Example: "Nhổ nước bọt" means "to spit [saliva]."
   • Advanced Usage: It can also refer to a more aggressive action, such as "nhổ vào mặt ai," which means "to spit in (someone's) face" or "to spit at (someone)."

2. To Pull Up or Extract:

   • Usage: "nhổ" is often used when discussing the removal or extraction of something from its place.
   • Examples:

Variants of the Word:

• Nhổ bỏ: Often used to indicate the act of removing or discarding something.
• Nhổ sạch: Means to remove completely, often used in the context of clearing out weeds or unwanted plants.

Different Meanings:

• "Nhổ" primarily focuses on the action of pulling or spitting. The context in which it is used will help clarify its specific meaning.

Synonyms:

• Kéo: Although it generally means "to pull," it may not always carry the same connotation of extraction as "nhổ."
• Lôi: This also means "to pull" but can imply a more forceful action.
• Trích: This means "to extract" but is often used in more formal contexts.

Usage Instructions:

• When using "nhổ," it’s important to consider the context. If you are speaking about pulling something out, ensure that the object of the action (like a hair, tooth, or weed) is clear. If you are referring to spitting, the context (such as whether it is done casually or aggressively) will also influence how the word is perceived.

Academic

1. Spit
   • Nhổ nước bọt
     To spit [saliva]
   • Nhổ vào mặt ai
     To spit in (someone's) face, to spit at (someone's)
2. Pull up, pull out, extract
   • Nhổ mạ
     To pull up rice seedlings
   • Nhổ lông
     To pull out a hair
   • Nhổ đinh
     To pull out (draw) a nail
   • Nhổ răng
     To pull out (extract) a tooth
   • Nhổ cỏ cả rễ
     To root up, to root out