ọc

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The Vietnamese word "ọc" is a verb that means "to vomit" or "to throw up." It describes the act of expelling the contents of the stomach through the mouth. This is often an involuntary action that can happen due to various reasons, such as illness, food poisoning, or even strong emotions.

Usage Instructions:

• "ọc" is typically used in informal contexts. You might hear it when someone is feeling sick or has eaten something bad.
• It can also be used in a more casual or humorous context among friends.

Example:

1. Casual Conversation:
   • "Hôm qua mình ăn hải sản và giờ mình cảm thấy muốn ọc."
   • (Yesterday, I ate seafood and now I feel like vomiting.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "ọc" can also be used metaphorically to express disgust or aversion to something, not just in a physical sense. For example, someone might say they "want to vomit" when they see something unpleasant or shocking.

Word Variants:

• Noun Form: "ọct" (the act of vomiting) is less common but can be used to refer to the act itself.
• Adjective Form: You might use "ọc" to describe something that makes you feel nauseated, like "món ăn ọc" (a dish that makes you want to vomit).

Different Meanings:

While "ọc" primarily refers to vomiting, in some contexts, it may imply a strong reaction to something distasteful or shocking, similar to saying "that makes me sick."

Synonyms:

• Nôn: This is a more formal synonym for "to vomit." It is commonly used in medical contexts.
• Mửa: Another synonym that can also mean to throw up, though it's less commonly used.

Academic

verb

1. to vomit; throw up