mạch

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The Vietnamese word "mạch" is a noun and has several meanings, as well as a verb form. Here’s a breakdown to help you understand it better:

Meanings and Usage:

1. As a Noun:

   • Pulse: In a medical context, "mạch" refers to the pulse of a person. For example, if you want to say "to feel someone's pulse," you can say "biết mạch người nào."
   • Vessel/Canal: "Mạch" can also mean a vessel or canal, often used in discussions about waterways or the circulatory system.
   • Duet: In music, "mạch" can refer to a duet, which is a musical composition for two performers.

2. As a Verb:

   • "Mạch" as a verb means "to denounce" or "to expose." It is often used in contexts where someone reveals wrongdoing or misconduct.

Example Sentences:

• Noun (Pulse):

  • "Bác sĩ kiểm tra mạch của bệnh nhân." (The doctor checks the pulse of the patient.)

• Noun (Vessel):

  • "Con sông này là một mạch nước quan trọng." (This river is an important waterway.)

• Noun (Duet):

  • "Họ đã trình bày một mạch rất hay trong buổi hòa nhạc." (They performed a very nice duet at the concert.)

• Verb (To Denounce):

  • "Cô ấy đã mạch hành vi xấu của anh ta." (She denounced his bad behavior.)

Advanced Usage:

In literature or poetry, "mạch" can be used metaphorically to describe the flow of thoughts or emotions, similar to how a river flows. For instance, you might find expressions like "mạch cảm xúc" (the flow of emotions).

Word Variants:

• Mạch máu: This phrase means "blood vessel," specifically referring to the vessels that carry blood in the body.
• Mạch nước: This means "water channel" or "waterway."

Different Meanings:

• "Mạch" can refer to different contexts based on its usage. In medical terms, it is primarily about pulse and blood flow. In other contexts, it can refer to water channels or a musical duet.

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noun

1. pulse
   • biết mạch người nào
     to feel someone's pulse. vessel; canal; duet

verb

1. to denounce; to expose