xôn xao

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The Vietnamese word "xôn xao" can be understood as a verb that describes a state of commotion, excitement, or disturbance. It often conveys the idea of people being noisy, stirred up, or in a flurry of activity, usually due to some news or event.

Usage Instructions:

• "Xôn xao" is often used to describe groups of people reacting to something surprising or exciting.
• It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Example:

• "Tin tức về cuộc thi đã khiến cả trường xôn xao."
  • (The news about the competition made the whole school excited.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "xôn xao" can be used in literary writing to describe an atmosphere of chaos or excitement in a scene. For instance: - "Khi cơn bão đến gần, không khí xôn xao khắp nơi." - (As the storm approached, the atmosphere was tumultuous everywhere.)

Word Variants:

• "Xôn xao" can also appear in different forms, such as "xôn xao hóa," which means to incite or create a buzz.

Different Meanings:

While "xôn xao" primarily conveys the idea of excitement or commotion, it can also imply a sense of confusion or disorder in certain contexts. For example, if people are discussing a controversial topic, the discussions can be described as "xôn xao."

Synonyms:

• "Rộn ràng" (to be bustling or lively)
• "Hào hứng" (to be enthusiastic)
• "Ồn ào" (to be noisy)

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verb

1. tumult