sả

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The Vietnamese word "sả" has a couple of meanings and uses, and I will explain them to you.

Basic Meaning:

1. Noun (Citronella): "Sả" refers to citronella, which is a type of grass known for its strong lemony scent. It is commonly used in Vietnamese cooking for flavoring dishes and also has medicinal properties.

2. Verb (To cut into pieces): "Sả" can also be used as a verb meaning "to cut into pieces". It is often used when talking about preparing meat or other food items.

Usage Instructions:

• When using "sả" as a noun, you might encounter it in recipes or when discussing ingredients.
• When using "sả" as a verb, it is often used in the context of cooking or preparing food.

Example Sentences:

• Noun: "Trong món ăn này, tôi cho thêm sả để tăng hương vị." (In this dish, I added citronella to enhance the flavor.)
• Verb: "Chúng ta cần sả con lợn ra để bán." (We need to cut the pig into pieces for sale.)

Advanced Usage:

When using "sả" in more complex sentences, consider the context of cooking or food preparation. For example, you might say: - "Sả là một thành phần quan trọng trong nhiều món ăn Việt Nam." (Citronella is an important ingredient in many Vietnamese dishes.)

Word Variants:

• Sả tươi: Fresh citronella
• Sả khô: Dried citronella
• You might also see it in different contexts related to cooking or herbal medicine.

Different Meanings:

While "sả" primarily refers to citronella or the act of cutting, context can change its meaning slightly. For example, in culinary discussions, it’s often associated with flavoring, while in butchery or food preparation, it’s about the physical action of cutting.

Synonyms:

For the noun form referring to citronella, a synonym could be: - Cây sả: This literally translates to "lemongrass".

Academic

noun

1. citronella

verb

1. to cut into pieces
   • sả con lợn ra để bán
     to cut the pig into pieces for sale