kiết

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The Vietnamese word "kiết" is a noun that refers to "dysentery," which is an illness that causes severe diarrhea and abdominal pain. It is often caused by an infection in the intestines, and it can lead to dehydration if not treated properly.

Basic Explanation:

• Meaning: "Kiết" means dysentery, a type of gastrointestinal disease.
• Usage: You would use "kiết" when discussing health issues, particularly related to digestive problems.

Example Sentence:

• "Tôi bị kiết, nên tôi không thể ăn uống gì." (I have dysentery, so I can't eat or drink anything.)

Advanced Usage:

In a more medical context, you might see "kiết" used in discussions about treatment or prevention of the disease, such as: - "Kiết lỵ thường xảy ra khi ăn phải thực phẩm bẩn." (Dysentery often occurs when consuming contaminated food.)

Word Variants:

• "Kiết lỵ" is a more specific term that refers to bacillary dysentery, which is a type of dysentery caused by bacteria.
• "Kiết tỵ" may also refer to the same condition in a more colloquial or regional context.

Different Meanings:

While "kiết" primarily refers to dysentery, it can sometimes be used in a broader context to imply digestive disturbances or illnesses, but this is less common.

Synonyms:

• "Tiêu chảy" (diarrhea) is a general term that refers to the frequent passing of loose or watery stools, but it does not specifically denote dysentery.

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noun

1. (med) dysentery