hăm hở
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Definition
Adjective/Adverb: - Eagerly, enthusiastically, with zeal: Describes a state of being very keen, excited, and full of enthusiastic energy when starting or doing something. It implies a visible, spirited eagerness. - Fervently, with fervour: Conveys a strong, passionate intensity and earnestness in one's attitude or actions.
Usage
- As an adverb: Most commonly used to modify a verb, describing an action is performed—with eagerness.
- Anh ấy hăm hở bắt tay vào công việc mới. (He eagerly started the new job.)
- Các tình nguyện viên làm việc rất hăm hở. (The volunteers worked very enthusiastically.)
- As an adjective (less common): Describes a person's state or appearance.
- Vẻ mặt hăm hở của cậu bé khi nhận quà. (The boy's eager expression upon receiving the gift.)
Examples
- (After the plan was announced, everyone eagerly prepared.)
- (She enthusiastically talked about her upcoming trip.)
- (Don't be overly eager; this job requires carefulness.)
Advanced Usage / Nuances
- "hăm hở ra đi": to set off eagerly.
- Tuổi trẻ hăm hở ra đi lập nghiệp. (The youth eagerly set off to build their careers.)
- The word often carries a slightly youthful, energetic, and sometimes impulsive connotation. It describes the initial burst of excitement more than sustained effort.
- It can sometimes imply a degree of naivety or unchecked enthusiasm, as in the cautionary example above.
Variants and Related Words
- Hăng hái (adj/adv): Zealous, enthusiastic. ( - to participate zealously). This is a very close synonym but can imply more sustained vigor.
- Nhiệt tình (n/adj): Enthusiasm, fervor; enthusiastic. ( - to work fervently). Focuses more on heartfelt passion.
- Sốt sắng (adj): Earnest, diligent, showing keen interest. ( - an earnest attitude). Often implies a responsible eagerness.
Synonyms
- Eagerly
- Enthusiastically
- Zealously
- Fervently
- Keenly
Antonyms / Contrasting Words
- Miễn cưỡng (adv): Reluctantly, unwillingly.
- Chán nản (adj): Discouraged, disheartened.
- Thờ ơ (adj): Indifferent, apathetic.
Common Collocations / Phrases
- Hăm hở làm (việc gì đó): to eagerly do (something).
- Hăm hở bắt tay vào: to eagerly get started on.
- Hăm hở lên đường: to eagerly hit the road/set off.
- Trông rất hăm hở: to look very eager.
- with zeal; with fervour