soạt

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The Vietnamese word "soạt" refers to the sound made when something is torn or rustled, like paper or cloth. It captures that sharp, quick noise when you pull apart materials. It's often used to describe the sound of tearing or the rustling of something.

Basic Usage:

• "soạt" is used to describe the sound of tearing or rustling.
• It can be used in sentences to describe an action or sound.

Example:

• "Tôi nghe thấy tiếng giấy soạt khi cô ấy lật trang sách." (I heard the sound of paper tearing when she turned the page of the book.)

Advanced Usage:

• You might use "soạt" in more descriptive or literary contexts to create imagery. It can also imply a sudden action that draws attention.

Example in Advanced Context:

• "Cơn gió thổi qua làm lá cây soạt soạt." (The wind blew through, making the leaves rustle.)

Word Variants:

• soạt soạt: This is a reduplication of "soạt," which emphasizes the continuous sound or action. It can describe something that is rustling repeatedly or over a period of time.

Different Meanings:

While "soạt" primarily relates to tearing or rustling, in some contexts, it can also convey a sense of urgency or action, such as quickly opening something or the swift movement of an object.

Synonyms:

• xé: to tear (focuses more on the action of tearing rather than the sound)
• rì rào: rustling (more general term for rustling sounds)

Academic

1. Sound of tearing (paper, cloth), rustling (of materials...)
   • Soàn soạt (láy, ý liên tiếp)