chổi

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The Vietnamese word "chổi" is a noun that means "broom" in English. A broom is a tool used for cleaning floors and other surfaces, usually made of a long handle and bristles or fibers at one end.

Basic Usage:

• Chổi is typically used for sweeping away dust, dirt, and debris from the ground or floors.

Example:

• "Tôi cần một cái chổi để quét nhà."
  • Translation: "I need a broom to sweep the house."

Variants:

1. Chổi rơm - This means "straw broom," which is made from straw and is commonly used in rural areas.
2. Chổi than - This means "carbon brush," often used for cleaning and maintenance of electrical devices.
3. Chổi cùn - This refers to a "worn-out broom," indicating that the broom is no longer effective for cleaning.
4. Chổi rế rách - This expression can mean "odds and ends," referring to various small, miscellaneous items, usually considered less valuable or leftover materials.

Different Meanings:

While the primary meaning of "chổi" is a broom, in certain contexts, it can also refer to the action of sweeping or cleaning with a broom.

Synonyms:

• Cái chổi - This is simply another way to refer to a broom, with "cái" indicating the noun form.
• Cây quét nhà - This means "house cleaning stick" and can also refer to a broom.

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced usage, "chổi" can be used metaphorically in expressions. For example, in Vietnamese culture, one might say "quét sạch như cái chổi" (sweep clean like a broom) to imply thoroughness in cleaning or getting rid of problems.

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noun

1. Broom
   • chổi rơm
     a straw broom
2. Brush
   • chổi than
     a carbon brush
   • chổi cùn rế rách
     odds and ends