rắc

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The Vietnamese word "rắc" is a verb that means "to sprinkle" or "to dust." It is often used when talking about distributing small amounts of a substance over a surface in a light, even way.

Usage Instructions:

• Context: "Rắc" is commonly used in cooking or when you are applying something in small amounts, like spices, sugar, or flour.
• Structure: You can use "rắc" followed by the substance you are sprinkling and then the object (the surface or dish).

Example:

• Simple Example: "Rắc đường lên bánh." (Sprinkle sugar on the cake.)
• More Complex Example: "Sau khi nướng xong, bạn nên rắc một chút bột quế lên trên." (After baking, you should sprinkle a little cinnamon on top.)

Advanced Usage:

• You can use "rắc" in both literal and figurative contexts. For example, you can talk about "rắc" ideas or compliments, meaning to spread them around lightly.
• Figurative Example: "Cô ấy luôn rắc những lời khen ngợi cho mọi người." (She always sprinkles compliments to everyone.)

Word Variants:

• Rắc rối: This phrase means "trouble" or "complication," where "rắc" implies adding difficulty to a situation.
• Rắc rối can be used to describe a situation that has become complicated or problematic.

Different Meanings:

While "rắc" primarily means "to sprinkle," it can also imply: - To scatter: In a broader sense, it can refer to scattering items around, like seeds in a garden. - To spread out: It can also be used to convey the idea of spreading something out thinly over a surface.

Synonyms:

• Rải: This means "to spread" and can be used similarly, though it is less common for food.
• Rải rác: This means "to scatter" and is used in contexts where things are distributed over a larger area.

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verb

1. to sprinkle;to dust
   • rắc đường
     to dust with sugar