vèo

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The Vietnamese word "vèo" is a noun that describes a quick, swift motion, similar to the English phrase "in a flash" or "like a shot." It captures the idea of something happening very quickly or suddenly.

Usage Instructions:

• "Vèo" is often used to describe actions that occur rapidly or unexpectedly.
• You can use it in both spoken and written Vietnamese to convey speed or swiftness in various contexts.

Examples:

1. Literal Use:

   • “Cô ấy chạy vèo qua đường.” (She ran across the street in a flash.)

2. Figurative Use:

   • “Tin tức vèo đã đến tai tôi.” (The news reached me in no time.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Vèo" can be used in a more poetic or expressive context to emphasize the suddenness of an event. For example:
  • “Ánh sáng vèo chiếu rọi khắp nơi.” (The light flashed everywhere suddenly.)

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "vèo," but it can be combined with other words to describe specific quick actions, such as "vèo vèo" to emphasize even more rapid movement.

Different Meanings:

• While "vèo" primarily describes swiftness, it can sometimes be used to describe other actions that are done without hesitation or in a hurry, but it does maintain the core idea of speed.

Synonyms:

• Nhanh: fast
• Chóng: rapid
• Vội: hurried

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noun

1. like a shot, in a flash