nồng nặc

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The Vietnamese word "nồng nặc" describes a very strong and often unpleasant smell. It is commonly used to describe odors that are overwhelming, such as a strong perfume, smoke, or bad smells like rotten food.

Usage Instructions:

• "Nồng nặc" is usually used as an adjective and can describe both pleasant and unpleasant smells. However, it often has a negative connotation, implying that the smell is too strong or overpowering.
• You can use it in sentences to describe the intensity of a smell in various contexts.

Example:

• Sentence: "Mùi hôi thối từ rác thải nồng nặc." Translation: "The smell of the garbage is very strong."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, you might see "nồng nặc" used metaphorically to describe a situation or feeling that is overwhelming, not just in terms of smell but also emotions or atmospheres.

Word Variants:

• "Nồng" (strong, thick) and "nặc" (to spread or diffuse) are the components of the word. You might encounter variations of these words in other contexts, but "nồng nặc" as a phrase specifically refers to strong smells.

Different Meaning:

While "nồng nặc" typically refers to smells, it can also be used in a broader sense to describe anything that is pervasive or overwhelming in intensity, such as emotions or experiences.

Synonyms:

• "Mùi nồng" (strong smell)
• "Nặng mùi" (heavy smell)
• "Hôi" (smelly, stinky)

Academic

1. Very strong
   • Mùi hôi nồng nặc
     A very strong smell