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hơi mặn
/həːj mǎːn/
slightly salty
Nước này hơi mặn.
This water is slightly salty.
informal
Describing something that has a mild or subtle salty taste.
Cà phê của anh ấy hơi mặn.
His coffee is a bit salty.
Nước biển ở đây hơi mặn hơn bình thường.
The seawater here is slightly saltier than usual.
Often used to describe food, water, or other substances that have a noticeable but not overpowering salty flavor.
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Pro Tip
Usage in Context
Use 'hơi mặn' to describe a mild salty taste, often in food or water, to indicate it is not too strong but noticeable.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
Do not use 'hơi mặn' for things that are not meant to be salty, as it may confuse the listener or reader.
Word Origin
Derived from the combination of 'hơi' (slightly) and 'mặn' (salty), emphasizing a mild or subtle salty taste.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in everyday conversation to describe the taste of food, water, or other substances. It is often used to indicate that the saltiness is noticeable but not overwhelming.
Word Breakdown
hơi
slightly
adverbmặn
salty
adjectiveTừ Điển Việt Anh