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thích
/tʰɪk̚/
to like
Tôi thích ăn bánh mì.
I like eating bánh mì.
informal
To have a positive feeling toward something or someone; to enjoy or appreciate.
Anh ấy thích đọc sách.
He likes reading books.
Em thích nghe nhạc pop.
She likes listening to pop music.
This is the most common and basic meaning of 'thích' in everyday Vietnamese.
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Common Usage
'Thích' is often used with the particle 'với' to express liking for something or someone, e.g., 'Tôi thích với anh ấy' (I like him).
Gold Rule
Verb Conjugation
'Thích' is an intransitive verb and does not change form based on tense or subject. It is always used in its base form.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sino-Vietnamese word 'sĩ' (士) meaning 'gentleman' or 'scholar,' but the modern meaning has evolved to express liking or enjoyment.
Usage Notes
'Thích' is a very common and versatile verb in Vietnamese, used to express liking for people, things, activities, and ideas. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Word Breakdown
thích
to like
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh