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nhọn hoắt

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The Vietnamese word "nhọn hoắt" describes something that is very sharp and pointed, often with a sense of being extremely acute or tapered. It can be used to refer to objects like knives, needles, or even certain parts of plants.

Usage Instructions:
  • "Nhọn hoắt" is often used to emphasize the sharpness of an object.
  • It can be applied in both literal and figurative contexts.
Examples:
  1. Literal Use:

    • "Con dao này rất nhọn hoắt." (This knife is very sharp-pointed.)
    • "Ngọn giáo nhọn hoắt." (The spearhead is very sharp-pointed.)
  2. Figurative Use:

    • "Cái nhìn của ấy thật nhọn hoắt." (Her gaze is very piercing/sharp.)
Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "nhọn hoắt" can describe ideas or criticisms that are sharply articulated or incisive. For example: - "Lời phê bình của anh ta nhọn hoắt sắc sảo." (His criticism was sharp and incisive.)

Word Variants:
  • Nhọn: sharp
  • Hoắt: pointed (often used in combination with "nhọn" to emphasize sharpness)
Different Meanings:

While "nhọn hoắt" primarily refers to sharpness, it can also imply a certain intensity or severity in other contexts, like a sharp wit or a piercing remark.

Synonyms:
  • Sắc: sharp
  • Bén: keen, sharp (often used for knives or blades)
  • Nguy hiểm: dangerous (in some contexts where sharpness can lead to harm)
Summary:

"Nhọn hoắt" is a descriptive term that enhances the idea of sharpness, making it very effective for both physical and metaphorical uses.

  1. Very sharp-pointed
    • Lưỡi lê nhọn hoắt
      A very sharp-pointed bayonet

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