nói sõi
Học thuậtThân thiện
Definition
- Adjective:
- Speaking fluently and clearly: Describes the ability to speak a language fluently, articulately, and with correct pronunciation.
- Speaking clearly (for a young child): Specifically refers to a young child who has developed the ability to pronounce words correctly and speak understandably.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Cô ấy nói sõi tiếng Anh sau ba năm sống ở London. (She speaks English fluently after three years living in London.)
- Đứa bé mới hai tuổi nhưng đã nói sõi lắm. (The child is only two years old but already speaks very clearly.)
Advanced Usage
"nói sõi như người bản xứ": to speak as fluently as a native speaker.
- Anh ấy học tiếng Nhật chăm chỉ và giờ nói sõi như người bản xứ. (He studied Japanese diligently and now speaks as fluently as a native speaker.)
"chưa nói sõi": to not yet speak clearly (often regarding a child or a language learner).
- Cháu nó còn nhỏ nên vẫn chưa nói sõi. (He is still young, so he doesn't speak clearly yet.)
Variants and Related Words
- Sõi (adj): Proficient, skilled, fluent. Often used in combination with verbs like "nói" (to speak) or "viết" (to write).
- viết sõi (to write proficiently)
Synonyms
- Lưu loát: Fluent, flowing (in speech).
- Thông thạo: Proficient, skilled.
- Rành rọt: Clear, distinct (in pronunciation).
Related Phrases
- Nói trôi chảy: To speak fluently (emphasizing smoothness).
- Nói rõ ràng: To speak clearly.
- Phát âm chuẩn: To have standard/accurate pronunciation.
Notes on Meaning
The word "nói sõi" specifically combines fluency (sõi) with the act of speaking (nói). Its meaning can shift slightly based on context: 1. For language learners, it emphasizes overall fluency and correct usage in a foreign or second language. 2. For young children, it focuses on the developmental milestone of achieving clear and correct pronunciation in their native language.
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