phếch

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The Vietnamese word "phếch" refers to something that has lost its freshness or brightness, often due to wear, tear, or fading. It can describe objects, particularly clothing or materials, that have become dull or discolored over time.

Basic Meaning

• Definition: Losing freshness or brightness; bleached or faded.
• Example: "Cái áo bạc phếch" means "a bleached (or faded) jacket."

Usage Instructions

• You can use "phếch" to describe items that are no longer vibrant or have lost their original color. It often applies to clothing, but can also be used for other objects that show signs of wear.

Example Sentences

1. Cái khăn này đã phếch quá rồi. (This towel is too faded now.)
2. Áo của tôi đã phếch sau nhiều lần giặt. (My shirt has faded after many washes.)

Advanced Usage

• "Phếch" can also be used metaphorically to describe a person's mood or spirit that has become dull or lifeless over time. For example:
  • Tâm trạng của anh ấy thật phếch sau những khó khăn. (His mood is really faded after the difficulties.)

Word Variants

• Phếch phếch: This is a colloquial way to emphasize the state of being faded or worn out.
• Phếch phếch can also describe someone who looks tired or unkempt.

Different Meanings

• "Phếch" usually focuses on the physical aspect of fading or losing color. It does not typically have other meanings outside this context.

Synonyms

• Bạc: This word means "silver" but can also describe something that is gray or faded.
• Nhạt: This means "dull" or "weak" in terms of color or flavor, and can be used in a similar context.

Conclusion

Understanding "phếch" helps you describe objects and situations where vibrancy and freshness have diminished.

Academic

1. Losing freshness, bleached
   • Cái áo bạc phếch
     A bleached jacket