Definition

1. Interjection:
   • A call to summon a dog: "êu êu" is a reduplicative interjection used specifically to call a dog, similar to "come here!" or "here, boy/girl!" in English. It is a friendly, beckoning call.

Usage Examples

• Interjection:
  • Êu êu! Lại đây con! (Come here! Come here, boy!)
  • Chủ nhân gọi: "Êu êu!" và chú chó liền chạy đến. (The owner called, "Come here!" and the dog immediately ran over.)

Advanced Usage

• This word is almost exclusively used as a direct call to a dog. Its usage is informal and affectionate.
• It is a reduplicative form (từ láy) of the interjection "êu," which serves the same function. The repetition makes the call more melodic and attention-grabbing for the animal.

Variants and Related Words

• Êu: The base interjection with the same meaning: a call for a dog to come.
  • Êu! Lại đây nào! (Come! Come here!)

Synonyms

• Lại đây: Come here (a general command, not specific to dogs).
• Vào đây: Come in here.

Notes on Meaning

• "Êu êu" has a very specific meaning and is not used in other contexts. It is not used to call other animals or people.
• It conveys a tone of familiarity and fondness towards the dog.

1. xem êu (láy)
   • Come here! Come here! (tiếng gọi chó)