tạp

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The Vietnamese word "tạp" is an adjective that means "miscellaneous" or "various" and can also imply something that is of low quality or "poor." It is often used to describe a mix of different things that do not belong to a single category.

Usage Instructions

• "Tạp" is used before nouns to describe them as being mixed or diverse.
• It can also refer to disorganized or low-quality items.

Examples

1. Tạp chí - This means "magazine." The term indicates that the magazine contains various topics or articles.

   • Example in a sentence: "Tôi đọc tạp chí về sức khỏe và thể thao." (I read a magazine about health and sports.)

2. Tạp hóa - This means "general store" or "variety store," which sells various types of goods.

   • Example in a sentence: "Tôi mua đồ ở tạp hóa gần nhà." (I bought things at the general store near my house.)

3. Tạp nham - This means "mixed up" or "haphazard," often used to describe something that is disorganized.

   • Example in a sentence: "Bàn làm việc của tôi rất tạp nham." (My workspace is very messy.)

Advanced Usage

In a more abstract sense, "tạp" can also refer to a lack of clarity or coherence in a discussion or piece of writing, suggesting that it is filled with unrelated or poorly organized ideas.

Word Variants

• Tạp chí - magazine
• Tạp hóa - general store
• Tạp nham - disorganized or mixed-up
• Tạp tạp - informal term for something that is of low quality

Different Meanings

While "tạp" primarily means "miscellaneous" or "poor," in certain contexts, it can also refer to a collection of various items, sometimes with a negative connotation regarding their quality or organization.

Synonyms

• Hỗn hợp - meaning "mixture," used more for a blend of ingredients or items.
• Đa dạng - meaning "diverse," which can also indicate variety but usually in a positive context.

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adj

1. poor, miscellaneous