đọc

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The Vietnamese word "đọc" is a verb that primarily means "to read." It's used when you want to talk about the action of reading text, such as books, articles, or any written material.

Basic Meaning and Usage:

• To Read: When you "đọc," you look at written words and understand their meanings.
  • Example: Tôi thích đọc sách. (I like to read books.)

Other Meanings:

• To Pronounce: "Đọc" can also mean to pronounce words out loud. For example, when you read a passage aloud in class.

  • Example: Cô giáo yêu cầu học sinh đọc bài thơ. (The teacher asked the students to read the poem.)

• To Deliver (a Speech): You can use "đọc" when someone is reading a speech or a presentation.

  • Example: Anh ấy sẽ đọc diễn văn tại lễ tốt nghiệp. (He will deliver a speech at the graduation ceremony.)

Advanced Usage:

• In formal contexts, "đọc" can refer to reading with an emphasis on clarity and understanding, such as in academic or literary discussions.
• You might see "đọc" used in phrases like "đọc kỹ" (to read carefully) or "đọc lướt" (to skim read).

Word Variants:

• Đọc hiểu: This means "reading comprehension," which is the ability to understand what you read.
• Đọc sách: This phrase means "to read books."

Synonyms:

• Xem: This means "to look" or "to watch," but in some contexts, it can be used similarly to "đọc" when referring to reading signs or labels.
• Nghe: While it means "to listen," in some contexts, it may be used with "đọc" when referring to "reading aloud" or "listening to a reading."

Different Contexts:

• In Education: "Đọc" is often used in classrooms to encourage students to engage with texts.
• In Everyday Life: People use "đọc" when discussing news articles, social media posts, or any written communication.

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verb

1. To read; to pronounce; to deliver (a speech)