tợp

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The Vietnamese word "tợp" is a verb that means "to gulp" or "to sip." It describes the action of drinking quickly or taking in liquid in a big mouthful.

Usage Instructions:

• "Tợp" is often used when someone drinks a large amount of liquid, like water, juice, or tea, in one go.
• It can also describe a casual or informal way of drinking, where the person doesn't take small sips but instead drinks more freely.

Example:

1. Simple Example:
   • "Tôi tợp nước khi khát."
   • (I gulped water when I was thirsty.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Tợp" can also be used figuratively to describe quickly consuming something other than liquid, like food or information, although this usage is less common.
• In a more informal context, you might say, "Tợp bia sau một ngày làm việc mệt mỏi," meaning "I gulped beer after a tiring workday."

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "tợp" in terms of conjugation, but you might see it used in different contexts, such as:
  • "Tợp một ngụm" (gulp a mouthful)
  • "Tợp nhanh" (gulp quickly)

Different Meanings:

• While "tợp" primarily refers to drinking, it can also imply a sense of urgency or eagerness in the action of consuming the drink.

Synonyms:

• Some synonyms for "tợp" in Vietnamese could include:
  • "uống" (to drink) - a more general term.
  • "hớp" (to sip) - which implies taking a smaller amount compared to "tợp."

Cultural Note:

In Vietnamese culture, drinking is often done communally, and the act of "tợp" can be associated with social gatherings, where people enjoy drinks together, sometimes in a celebratory manner.

Academic

verb

1. to gulp, to sip