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The Vietnamese word "sì" is an adverb that means "very," "excessively," or "extremely." It is used to emphasize the degree or intensity of an action or quality.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "sì" before adjectives or adverbs to strengthen their meaning.
• It is often used in informal contexts, so it may not be suitable for formal writing or speeches.

Examples:

1. Sì đẹp: Very beautiful

   • Cô ấy rất sì đẹp. (She is very beautiful.)

2. Sì nhanh: Extremely fast

   • Chiếc xe này chạy sì nhanh. (This car runs extremely fast.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "sì" can be used to express strong opinions or emotions. For example: - Sì buồn: Extremely sad - Hôm nay tôi cảm thấy sì buồn. (Today I feel extremely sad.)

Word Variants:

• Sì can be combined with other words to create phrases that carry similar meanings. For example:
  • Sì thích: Very fond of

Different Meanings:

While "sì" primarily means "very" or "extremely," in certain dialects or contexts, it can also be used to express a sense of annoyance or frustration. However, this usage is less common and can vary by region.

Academic

adv

1. very, excessively, extremely