thôi

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The Vietnamese word "thôi" is a versatile term that can be used in various contexts. Here’s a breakdown of its meanings and usages:

Basic Definition:

• As a Verb: "Thôi" means to stop or to cease doing something. It implies that one should no longer continue an action.
• As a Noun: It can sometimes be used to refer to a long while, although this usage is less common.

Usage Instructions:

1. Stopping an Action: You can use "thôi" after a verb to indicate that you want someone to stop doing that action. For example, if you want someone to stop talking, you could say "Thôi nói đi!" (Stop talking!).

2. Ending a Discussion: You can also use "thôi" to suggest that a conversation or topic should come to an end.

Examples:

• In a Command: "Thôi ăn đi!" (Stop eating!)
• Ending a Topic: "Thôi, không bàn nữa." (Alright, let’s not discuss it anymore.)

Advanced Usage:

• Expressing Resignation: "Thôi" can also convey a sense of resignation or acceptance of a situation, similar to saying "Oh well" in English. For example: "Thôi, chuyện đã qua rồi." (Oh well, it’s in the past now.)

• Indicating Finality: It can also suggest that something is done for good, as in "Thôi, không làm nữa." (Okay, I won’t do it anymore.)

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of the word "thôi," but it can be combined with other words to form phrases that express similar meanings.

Different Meanings:

• While "thôi" primarily means to stop, it can take on nuanced meanings based on context, such as indicating closure or acceptance.

Synonyms:

• Some synonyms include:
  • "Ngừng" (to stop)
  • "Dừng" (to halt)

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noun

1. a long while

verb

1. to stop no more, ever