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sật

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The Vietnamese word "sật" is an onomatopoeic term that describes a sound, specifically the sound of something crunching or crackling. It is often used in contexts where something is being bitten into or broken, producing a sharp, crisp noise.

Basic Meaning:

"Sật" refers to the sound made when you bite into something crunchy or when something breaks with a sharp noise.

Usage Instructions:
  • You can use "sật" to describe sounds associated with eating crunchy foods, like fruits (e.g., apples, carrots), chips, or even stepping on dry leaves.
  • It is usually used in the past tense to indicate an action that has already happened.
Example:
  • Câu: "Cậu ta cắn quả táo nghe sật một tiếng." Translation: "There was a crunch as he bit an apple."
Advanced Usage:
  • "Sật" can also be used metaphorically in storytelling or descriptions to convey a vivid sensory experience. For instance, you might describe the sound of a breaking twig in the woods as "sật" to create a more immersive scene.
Word Variants:
  • There are no direct variants of "sật," but it can be used in different contexts that involve various crunchy sounds.
Different Meanings:
  • While "sật" primarily refers to a crunching sound, in some contexts, it can also imply a sudden movement or jolt if something snaps or breaks unexpectedly.
Synonyms:
  • Some synonyms that can convey a similar idea include:
    • "bịch" (the sound of something heavy falling)
    • "rắc" (the sound of something crumbling or cracking, often used for dry foods)
Conclusion:

"Sật" is a descriptive word that enhances the imagery of sounds in Vietnamese.

  1. Crunch
    • Cậu ta cắn quả táo nghe sật một tiếng
      There was a crunch as he bit an apple

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