hiếm

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The Vietnamese word "hiếm" is an adjective that means "rare" or "scarce." It describes something that is not commonly found or that occurs infrequently.

Usage Instructions:

• Basic Usage: You can use "hiếm" to describe things, people, or experiences that are unusual or not often seen.
• Sentence Structure: Typically, you place "hiếm" before the noun it describes. For example, "món ăn hiếm" means "rare dish."

Examples:

1. Hiếm gặp: Rarely seen.

   • Cá heo là một loài hiếm gặp ở đây. (Dolphins are a rarely seen species here.)

2. Hiếm có: This phrase means "very rare" or "singular."

   • Đây là một cơ hội hiếm có. (This is a very rare opportunity.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Hiếm" can be used in more complex phrases to convey a deeper meaning, such as "hiếm hoi," which emphasizes the rarity even more, often indicating that something is precious because of its scarcity.
• For example, "Đó là một tình bạn hiếm hoi" translates to "That is a rare friendship."

Word Variants:

• Hiếm hoi: Emphasizes rarity; can mean "few and far between."
• Hiếm khi: Means "rarely" or "seldom," used to describe actions or occurrences.
  • Example: Tôi hiếm khi đi xem phim. (I rarely go to the movies.)

Different Meanings:

• While "hiếm" primarily denotes rarity, it can also imply value due to its scarcity. For example, a "hiếm đồng hồ" (rare watch) may be highly valued by collectors.

Synonyms:

• Khó kiếm: Hard to find.
• Ít có: Few exist.
• Độc đáo: Unique, though this word emphasizes uniqueness rather than rarity.

Academic

adj

1. rare; scarce; sigular
   • hiếm có
     rare; singular