The Vietnamese word "thuốc nhuộm" translates to "dye" in English. It is a noun used to refer to a substance that is used to color materials, such as fabrics, hair, or even food.
In more advanced contexts, "thuốc nhuộm" can be discussed in terms of its chemical composition, types (natural vs. synthetic), or its environmental impact. For example: - "Các loại thuốc nhuộm tự nhiên thường an toàn hơn cho sức khỏe." (Natural dyes are often safer for health.)
While "thuốc nhuộm" primarily refers to dyeing substances, in some contexts, it could refer to the process of dyeing itself, though the word "nhuộm" is more commonly used for that.