khạp

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The Vietnamese word "khạp" is a noun that refers to a large glazed earthenware jar. It is commonly used to hold liquids, especially water. In traditional Vietnamese culture, "khạp" is often used for storing water, and you might find these jars in homes, especially in rural areas.

Usage Instructions:

• When using "khạp" in a sentence, you can refer to it as a container for water or other liquids. It is typically placed in kitchens or outside areas for easy access to water.
• You can also use "khạp" when discussing traditional Vietnamese household items or when talking about rural life.

Example Sentence:

• "Bà tôi có một cái khạp lớn để chứa nước." (My grandmother has a large jar to hold water.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "khạp" can be used metaphorically to discuss storage or containment of intangible things, such as emotions or memories, though this usage is less common.

Word Variants:

• "Khạp nước" is a specific phrase that means "water jar."
• Other terms related to storage containers include "bình" (bottle) and "thùng" (barrel).

Different Meanings:

While "khạp" primarily refers to the earthenware jar, in some dialects or contexts, it might be used more generally to describe any large container or vessel. However, this is less common.

Synonyms:

• "Bình" (bottle) - generally smaller than "khạp."
• "Thùng" (barrel) - usually larger and used for different types of storage.

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noun

1. large glazed earthenware jar
   • khạp nước
     jug holding water