ám hiệu

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The Vietnamese word "ám hiệu" is a noun that means "secret signal" or "coded signal." It refers to a way of communicating something discreetly, often using gestures, signs, or subtle cues that are understood only by certain people.

Usage Instructions:

You can use "ám hiệu" in contexts where people are trying to communicate something without speaking openly. It’s often used in situations where secrecy or discretion is necessary.

Example:

• Sentence: "Họ dùng ánh mắt để gửi ám hiệu cho nhau." Translation: "They used their eyes to send secret signals to each other."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "ám hiệu" can be used in discussions about espionage, covert operations, or even in everyday situations where friends or colleagues are trying to communicate without attracting attention.

Word Variants:

• Đồng ám hiệu: This means "mutual signal," referring to a signal that both parties understand.
• Ám hiệu hóa: This means "to encode a signal," referring to the act of creating a coded message or signal.

Different Meanings:

While "ám hiệu" primarily refers to secret signals, it can also imply a broader concept of subtle hints or cues in communication, not necessarily tied to secrecy. For example, a nod or a gesture that indicates agreement or understanding can also be considered an "ám hiệu."

Synonyms:

• Tín hiệu: This means "signal" and can refer to any kind of signal (not necessarily secret).
• Dấu hiệu: This translates to "sign" or "indication" and can be used in a similar context but is less focused on secrecy.

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noun

1. Secret signal, coded signal
   • nháy mắt làm ám hiệu cho ai
     to wink a secret signal at someone