riu riu

Friendly

The Vietnamese word "riu riu" is often used to describe a soft, gentle sound or a low, simmering fire. It can evoke the idea of something that is quietly happening or a gentle ambiance.

Basic Meaning:

• Low fire: When you see "riu riu" used in the context of cooking or heating, it refers to keeping a fire low and steady, such as when simmering food.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "riu riu" when you want to describe a low, gentle sound or when cooking at a low temperature. It can also be applied to situations that are calm and peaceful.

Example:

• Cooking: "Khi bạn nấu nước súp, hãy để lửa riu riu."
  • Translation: "When you cook the soup, keep the fire low and simmering."

Advanced Usage:

• You can also use "riu riu" to describe a soft sound in nature, like the sound of wind or water. It evokes a peaceful and serene environment.
• Nature: "Gió thổi riu riu qua hàng cây."
  • Translation: "The wind blows softly through the trees."

Word Variants:

While "riu riu" is a specific term, you may encounter related phrases that also describe gentle or low sounds, but "riu riu" is quite unique in its use.

Different Meanings:

In addition to describing fire and sound, "riu riu" can also be used metaphorically to indicate something that is happening slowly and steadily over time, like a process that is gradually unfolding.

Synonyms:

• Nhẹ nhàng: This means "soft" or "gentle," which can be used in similar contexts, especially when describing sounds or actions.
• Lặng lẽ: This means "quietly," which can describe actions that happen without drawing much attention.

Academic

1. Low
   • Đun lửa riu riu
     To make a low fire