thưởng thức

/tʰɨəŋ˧˥ tʰɨək˧˥/
verbIntermediate
general

To experience and appreciate something with pleasure, often involving the senses or emotions.

Chúng tôi thưởng thức bữa ăn ngon tại nhà hàng mới.

We enjoyed a delicious meal at the new restaurant.

Anh ấy thích thưởng thức âm nhạc trong thời gian rảnh.

He enjoys listening to music in his free time.

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This phrase is commonly used to describe the act of savoring or appreciating something, often food, drinks, or experiences.

Collocations

thưởng thức bữa ănto enjoy a mealthưởng thức âm nhạcto enjoy musicthưởng thức cảnh quanto enjoy the scenery

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Related Phrases

tận hưởngphrase
to fully enjoy
hưởng thụphrase
to enjoy or experience

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Context

Use 'thưởng thức' when you want to express a deeper, more conscious enjoyment of something, often involving the senses or emotions.

Gold Rule

Correct Usage

Always use 'thưởng thức' with an object that can be enjoyed, such as food, music, or experiences.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the combination of 'thưởng' (to enjoy) and 'thức' (to experience or taste), emphasizing the act of savoring or appreciating something.

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. It is often used to describe the enjoyment of sensory experiences, such as food, music, or nature.

Word Breakdown

thưởng
to enjoy
root
+
thức
to experience or taste
root
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