hát

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The Vietnamese word "hát" is a verb that means "to sing." It is a common word used in everyday conversation and can refer to the act of singing in various contexts, such as singing a song, karaoke, or even humming a tune.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "hát" when you want to talk about singing in general or when you are inviting someone to sing.
• It often appears in sentences with subjects (who is singing) and objects (what is being sung).

Example Sentences:

1. Tôi thích hát. (I like to sing.)
2. Cô ấy hát một bài hát rất hay. (She sings a very nice song.)
3. Chúng ta hãy cùng nhau hát! (Let's sing together!)

Advanced Usage:

• "Hát" can be combined with other words to create phrases. For example:
  • Hát karaoke (to sing karaoke)
  • Hát vọng (to sing with hope)

Word Variants:

• Hát hò: This is a colloquial way of saying "to sing and have fun" or "to sing merrily."
• Hát rong: This means "to sing while wandering" or "to busk," often used for street performers.

Different Meanings:

• While "hát" primarily means "to sing," in some contexts, it can also refer to the act of reciting poetry or chanting, especially in traditional Vietnamese music or culture.

Synonyms:

• Ca: This also means "to sing," but it can sometimes imply a more formal or artistic context.
• Hát hò (as mentioned above) can also be used in a playful context and is a synonym in more casual conversations.

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verb

1. to sing