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sôi máu
/səːj maːw/
to be full of energy, passionate, or excited
Anh ấy sôi máu khi nghe tin về cuộc thi.
He was full of energy when he heard about the competition.
informal
To be full of energy, enthusiasm, or excitement; to be passionate about something.
Cô ấy sôi máu khi nói về công việc của mình.
She was passionate when talking about her work.
Trẻ em sôi máu khi chơi thể thao.
Children are full of energy when playing sports.
This phrase is often used to describe someone who is highly energetic or enthusiastic about a particular activity or topic.
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Common Usage
Use 'sôi máu' to describe someone who is very excited or passionate about something, similar to 'full of energy' or 'passionate' in English.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
While 'sôi máu' generally conveys positive energy, it can sometimes imply recklessness or impulsiveness, depending on the context.
Word Origin
The phrase 'sôi máu' combines 'sôi' (to boil) and 'máu' (blood), metaphorically representing the idea of blood boiling with excitement or energy.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in informal contexts to describe someone's high energy or enthusiasm. It can be used to describe both positive and negative situations, depending on the context.
Word Breakdown
sôi
to boil
rootmáu
blood
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