nhậy

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The Vietnamese word "nhậy" refers to clothing or fabric that has been damaged or eaten away, often by moths or other pests. In English, this is similar to the term "moth-eaten." It describes items that are worn out or have holes due to these pests.

Basic Usage:

• Example: "Cái áo này bị nhậy." (This shirt is moth-eaten.)
• In this context, you can use "nhậy" to describe any clothing item that has been damaged by moths.

Advanced Usage:

• "Nhậy" can also be used metaphorically to describe anything that is old or worn out, not just clothing. For example, you could say, "Cái ghế này quá nhậy" (This chair is so worn out).

Word Variants:

• The word "nhậy" can be combined with other words to describe the state of an item more specifically, such as "quần nhậy" (moth-eaten pants) or "vải nhậy" (moth-eaten fabric).

Different Meanings:

While "nhậy" primarily refers to moth damage, it can also imply something that is generally old or has lost its quality. Be careful with the context in which you use it so that the meaning is clear.

Synonyms:

• Sờn: This means "worn" or "frayed," which can also refer to clothing that has been used many times and has signs of wear.
• Hỏng: This means "damaged" or "broken," which could be used in a broader sense beyond just clothing.

Summary:

• "Nhậy" is primarily used to describe moth-eaten clothing but can also be used metaphorically for other worn items.
• It’s useful in everyday conversation when discussing the condition of clothes or fabrics.

Academic

1. Moth
   • Quần áo bị nhậy cắn
     Moth-eaten clothing