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cao vút

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The Vietnamese word "cao vút" means "immeasurably high" or "extremely high." It is often used to describe things that are very tall or elevated, such as mountains, buildings, or even trees.

Usage Instructions:
  • "Cao vút" is typically used as an adjective and can be placed before a noun to describe its height.
  • It conveys a sense of being not just high, but extraordinarily so, often evoking a feeling of awe or admiration.
Example:
  • "Ngọn núi đó cao vút." (That mountain is extremely high.)
Advanced Usage:

You can use "cao vút" in more figurative contexts as well. For example, it can describe aspirations or ambitions that are very high or lofty: - "Ước mơ của ấy thật cao vút." (Her dreams are extremely high.)

Word Variants:
  • "Cao" means "high."
  • "Vút" suggests an upward motion or soaring, often conveying a sense of rapid ascent.
Different Meanings:

While "cao vút" generally refers to height, it can also imply something that is out of reach or unattainable in a metaphorical sense, such as goals or dreams.

  1. Immeasurably high

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