tắm

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The Vietnamese word "tắm" is a verb that means "to have a bath" or "to bathe." It refers to the action of washing oneself in water, typically in a bathtub or shower.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "tắm" when talking about bathing yourself or when instructing someone to take a bath.
• It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Examples:

1. Basic Use:

   • "Tôi tắm mỗi sáng." (I take a bath every morning.)

2. Question Form:

   • "Bạn có tắm không?" (Do you bathe?)

Advanced Usage:

• "Tắm" can be used in various phrases or expressions:
  • "tắm nắng" (to sunbathe) - This means to lie in the sun to get tan.
  • "tắm biển" (to swim in the sea) - This refers to bathing in the sea or ocean.

Word Variants:

• "tắm rửa": This means to wash or clean oneself more thoroughly.
• "tắm gội": This refers specifically to washing one’s hair while bathing.

Different Meanings:

While "tắm" primarily means to bathe, it can also imply relaxation or taking time for oneself, especially when referring to enjoying a bath.

Synonyms:

• "rửa" - This means "to wash," but it is more general and can refer to washing objects or other things, not just oneself.
• "tắm mát" - This can mean "to take a refreshing bath," emphasizing the refreshing aspect of the action.

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verb

1. to have a bath; to bathe