túm

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The Vietnamese word "túm" is quite versatile and can function as both a noun and a verb.

Basic Definition:

1. As a verb: "túm" means to grab or to nab something quickly. It implies a sudden or forceful action of taking hold of something.
2. As a noun: "túm" can refer to a snatch or a bundle, suggesting a collection or a group of items that are gathered together.

Usage Instructions:

• When using "túm" as a verb, it is often used in contexts where someone is quickly taking something, like grabbing a toy or snatching an opportunity.
• As a noun, it can describe a small group of items or a collection of things that are grouped together.

Examples:

• Verb:

  • "Tôi túm lấy cái bóng đèn." (I grabbed the light bulb.)
  • "Cô ấy túm lấy tay tôi khi tôi sắp ngã." (She grabbed my hand when I was about to fall.)

• Noun:

  • "Tôi có một túm hoa tươi ở nhà." (I have a bundle of fresh flowers at home.)
  • "Chúng ta cần một túm lá để làm món ăn." (We need a bunch of leaves to make the dish.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Túm" can also be used in idiomatic expressions or in more complex sentences. For instance, it can be used metaphorically to describe seizing an opportunity or taking control of a situation.
  • "Túm lấy cơ hội khi nó đến." (Grab the opportunity when it comes.)

Word Variants:

• "Túm" can have different forms depending on the context, such as:
  • "túm tụm" (to gather or cluster together)
  • "túm lại" (to summarize or bundle up information)

Different Meanings:

• In addition to the physical act of grabbing, "túm" can also convey a sense of urgency or importance when seizing something, whether it’s a physical object or an opportunity.

Synonyms:

• Some synonyms for "túm" include:
  • "nắm" (to grasp)
  • "bắt" (to catch)
  • "giật" (to yank or pull)

Academic

noun

1. snatch

verb

1. to grab, to nab to bundle