dức
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Definition
- Verb:
- To reprove, to reprimand, to scold: "dức" is a dialectal word meaning to express disapproval or criticism of someone's behavior, typically in a sharp or stern manner. It implies correcting someone by speaking to them angrily or seriously about their fault or mistake.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Mẹ dức con vì không nghe lời. (The mother reproved her child for being disobedient.)
- Ông ấy bị thầy giáo dức trước cả lớp. (He was reprimanded by the teacher in front of the whole class.)
Advanced Usage
- "dức cho một trận": to give someone a good scolding, to reprimand severely.
- Cậu bé nghịch ngợm bị bố dức cho một trận. (The mischievous boy got a severe scolding from his father.)
Variants and Related Words
- Quở (verb): to reproach, to rebuke (more formal/literary).
- Mắng (verb): to scold, to tell off (more common and general).
- La (verb): to shout at, to yell at (often implies a louder, more emotional reaction).
Synonyms
- Khiển trách: to reprimand, to censure.
- Trách mắng: to scold, to blame.
Notes on Usage
- Dialectal/Regional Use: "Dức" is primarily used in certain regional dialects of Vietnamese. It is not part of the standard, formal vocabulary used in national media or official documents.
- Tone and Context: The word carries a connotation of sharp, direct, and often angry criticism. It is stronger than gentle correction ("nhắc nhở") but not necessarily as harsh as an insult ("chửi").
- No direct phrasal verbs or idioms are commonly formed with this specific dialectal word.
- (địa phương) Reprove