tun hút
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Definition
Adverb: Describes something as being very deep, extending far inward in a way that appears narrow and long, often creating a sense of distance or depth.
Usage
- Tun hút is used to describe physical spaces, such as tunnels, caves, alleys, or roads, that are perceived as extremely deep, long, and narrow, stretching far into the distance.
- It conveys a visual impression of depth and can imply a sense of remoteness or being tucked away.
- It functions as an adverb, typically following the noun it describes.
Examples
- (A very deep/long and narrow tunnel.)
- (The house is located deep inside a very long alley.)
- (A cave that is very deep and extends far inward.)
Advanced Usage
- ...sâu tun hút: This is a common collocation where tun hút intensifies the adjective sâu (deep), meaning "extremely deep."
- Giếng nước sâu tun hút. (A well that is extremely deep.)
Variants and Related Words
- Sâu thẳm (adj/phrase): Profound, abyssal. Often used for both physical depth (like the ocean) and abstract concepts (like feelings). While also meaning "very deep," it lacks the specific connotation of a narrow, elongated space that tun hút carries.
- Thăm thẳm (adj): Deep, seemingly bottomless. Similar to , it emphasizes immense depth and is often used for vast spaces like the sky or canyons.
Synonyms
- Rất sâu (phrase): Very deep. A more general and neutral phrase.
- Sâu hoắm (adj/phrase, informal): Very deep. A colloquial synonym with a similar meaning to .