khản cổ

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The Vietnamese word "khản cổ" means "hoarse" in English. It is used to describe a condition where someone's voice is rough or strained, often making it difficult to speak clearly. This can happen due to various reasons such as shouting, illness, or overuse of the voice.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "khản cổ" when talking about someone who has lost their clear voice.
• It can also be used to describe how someone feels when they have a sore throat or have been speaking too much.

Example:

• Sentence: "Sau khi la hét cả ngày, tôi cảm thấy khản cổ." Translation: "After shouting all day, I feel hoarse."

Advanced Usage:

• "Khản cổ" can also be used metaphorically in poetry or literature to describe emotions or situations that feel strained or pressured, similar to how a hoarse voice feels.

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "khản cổ," but it can be modified in sentences:
  • "Tôi bị khản cổ" (I am hoarse).
  • "Giọng của cô ấy khản cổ" (Her voice is hoarse).

Different Meanings:

• While "khản cổ" primarily refers to a hoarse voice, it can also imply a state of fatigue or exhaustion, especially if someone is struggling to speak.

Synonyms:

• Some synonyms for "khản cổ" include:
  • "khàn" - which means hoarse but is often used alone.

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1. Hoarse