nuốt
/nuət/To swallow or gulp down food or drink
Anh nuốt hơi trước khi nhảy vào hồ bơi.
He took a deep breath before jumping into the pool.
Cô ấy nuốt một miếng bánh mì nhanh chóng.
She quickly swallowed a bite of bread.
Often used for quick, involuntary swallowing, especially when eating or drinking.
To endure or tolerate something unpleasant
Tôi phải nuốt cơn giận để không tranh cãi với anh ấy.
I had to swallow my anger to avoid arguing with him.
Chị ấy nuốt được những lời chê bai của người khác.
She managed to endure the criticism from others.
Used metaphorically to describe suppressing emotions or enduring hardship.
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💡Pro Tip
Literal vs. Figurative Use
Be mindful of the context—'nuốt' can mean both physical swallowing and metaphorical endurance.
⚡Gold Rule
Politeness in Formal Settings
Avoid using 'nuốt' in formal contexts; opt for synonyms like 'hấp hối' instead.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the root 'nuốt' meaning to swallow, likely from Proto-Vietic *nuːt.
📝Usage Notes
In formal contexts, 'nuốt' is often replaced with 'hấp hối' or 'nuốt nhẹ' for more polite expressions.