chim

/t͡ɕim˧˧/
bird

Tôi thấy một con chim trong vườn.

I saw a bird in the garden.


general

A feathered animal with wings that can fly or hop.

Chim hót rất đẹp tiếng.

The bird sings beautifully.

The word 'chim' is a general term for birds in Vietnamese.

Collocations

chim bayflying birdchim hótsinging birdchim trốngrooster

Related Phrases

chim bay caophrase
high-flying bird

Pro Tip

Common Usage

'Chim' is a basic noun and is often used in simple sentences to describe birds.

Word Origin

From Proto-Austronesian *qayam, meaning 'bird'.

Usage Notes

The word 'chim' is commonly used in everyday language to refer to birds. It can be used in both singular and plural forms without any changes.

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