bím tóc

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The Vietnamese word "bím tóc" is a noun that means "braid" or "plait" in English. It refers to a specific way of styling hair by intertwining three or more strands together to create a woven appearance.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "bím tóc" when talking about hairstyles, especially when you want to describe a hairstyle that involves braiding.
• It is commonly used for both children and adults, and can refer to various styles of braids.

Example:

• "Cô ấy có một bím tóc rất đẹp." (She has a very beautiful braid.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Bím tóc" can be used to describe different types of braids, such as:
  • "bím tóc Pháp" (French braid)
  • "bím tóc xương cá" (fishbone braid)
  • "bím tóc đôi" (double braid)

Word Variants:

• "tóc tết" – This phrase also means "braided hair" and can be used interchangeably with "bím tóc," although it may be less common.
• "tết" – This verb means "to braid" or "to plait," and can be used in various contexts.

Different Meanings:

While "bím tóc" primarily refers to a hairstyle, in some contexts, it can also symbolize beauty or a sense of femininity, particularly in Vietnamese culture.

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noun

1. Braid; plait
   • tóc tết bím
     plaited hair