ót ét

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The Vietnamese word "ót ét" refers to a sound that is often described as a creaking, grinding, or grating noise. It is commonly used to describe the sound made by something that is moving slowly or is not well-oiled, such as a door or a piece of furniture.

Usage Instructions:

• "ót ét" is often used to describe a specific sound rather than a physical action.
• It can be used in both spoken and written Vietnamese to convey a particular auditory experience.

Example:

• Cánh cửa ót ét: "The door grated on its hinges."
  • In this example, "ót ét" describes the unpleasant sound that the door makes when it opens or closes.

Advanced Usage:

• You can use "ót ét" to describe not only doors but also other objects that produce a similar sound, such as old floorboards or rusty machinery.
• It can also be used metaphorically to describe situations that are uncomfortable or awkward, similar to the English phrase "the silence was deafening."

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "ót ét," but you may come across different contexts where it is used, such as:
  • "cửa ót ét": creaky door
  • "bàn ót ét": creaky table

Different Meanings:

• While "ót ét" primarily refers to a creaking sound, it can also imply discomfort or unease in a more figurative context.

Academic

1. Crind, grate, creak
   • Cánh cửa ót ét
     The door grated on its hinges