nhơn nhớt

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The Vietnamese word "nhơn nhớt" is a colloquial expression that translates to "sticky" or "slimy" in English. It describes a texture or something that feels gooey, often used in reference to substances that are not only wet but also have a viscous quality.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "nhơn nhớt" to describe things like mud, certain types of food, or any sticky substances.
• It's often used in casual conversations, particularly when talking about something unpleasant or messy.

Example:

• "Mưa lớn làm đường nhơn nhớt." (The heavy rain made the road sticky/slimy.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Nhơn nhớt" can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation that is complicated or messy, not just physically but also in terms of feelings or relationships.
• For instance: "Mối quan hệ giữa họ bây giờ thật nhơn nhớt." (Their relationship is now really complicated/messy.)

Word Variants:

• While "nhơn nhớt" itself is a descriptive term, you can use related words like "nhớt" which means "slimy" or "sticky" without the "nhơn," to refer to something that is specifically slimy without the broader implications.

Different Meanings:

• The word "nhơn" by itself can also refer to "human" or "person," but in the context of "nhơn nhớt," it strictly pertains to the sticky quality.

Synonyms:

• Some synonyms for "nhơn nhớt" include:
  • "nhớt" (slimy)
  • "dính" (sticky)
  • "bẩn" (dirty) - depending on context, since something that is "sticky" can often appear dirty.

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