ướm

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The Vietnamese word "ướm" is a verb that means "to try on" or "to try". It is often used when you want to see how a piece of clothing or an accessory looks or fits on you before making a decision to buy it.

Usage Instructions:

1. When shopping for clothes: You can use "ướm" to indicate that you want to try on a dress, shirt, or pants.
2. In a general context: It can also be used when trying out something new or testing an idea.

Example Sentence:

• Tôi muốn ướm cái áo này.
  • Translation: "I want to try on this shirt."

Advanced Usage:

• You can use "ướm" in various contexts, such as trying on shoes, jewelry, or even when experimenting with a hairstyle.
• It can also refer to testing a concept or idea, e.g., "ướm một ý tưởng" which means "to try out an idea."

Word Variants:

• There are no direct derivatives of "ướm" in Vietnamese, but it is often used in combination with other words related to trying or testing.

Different Meanings:

• While "ướm" primarily refers to trying on clothes, it can also imply testing or attempting something in a more abstract sense.

Synonyms:

• Thử: This is another common verb that means "to try." While "ướm" is specifically about trying on clothing or accessories, "thử" can be used more generally for trying anything (food, activities, etc.).

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verb

1. to try on, to try