Videodúm
The Vietnamese verb dúm is a fascinating word used to describe the physical act of crumpling, puckering, or shriveling. Whether you are talking about a boy scrunching up a piece of paper or leaves curling under the heat of the sun, this term captures the essence of materials contracting into folds. It even has a unique regional meaning related to lighting a fire. This lesson explores the primary meanings of dúm, its common variants like nhúm and rúm, and useful compound forms such as co dúm. You will also learn how to describe a wrinkled face using natural Vietnamese idioms. Watch this lesson to master the nuances of this descriptive verb.