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vặn
/vặn/
twist
Anh ấy vặn chặt nắp chai.
He twisted the bottle cap tightly.
general
To turn or twist something forcefully, often to tighten, loosen, or manipulate it.
Cô ấy vặn ốc vít bằng cờ lê.
She twisted the screw with a wrench.
Anh ấy vặn mình trên giường vì đau lưng.
He twisted his body on the bed because of back pain.
Commonly used with objects like screws, caps, or body parts. Can imply effort or discomfort.
figurative
To distort or misrepresent something, especially facts or words.
Hắn ta luôn vặn vẹo sự thật để vu khống người khác.
He always twists the truth to slander others.
Used in contexts involving deception or manipulation of information.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Prepositions
Use 'vặn' with 'chặt' (tightly) for physical objects like screws or caps. Use 'vặn vẹo' for figurative distortion of facts or words.
Gold Rule
Physical vs. Figurative
For physical actions (e.g., tightening a screw), use 'vặn' alone. For deception or manipulation, use 'vặn vẹo'.
Word Origin
From Proto-Vietic *wɛːnʔ, related to Proto-Mon-Khmer *wɛːnʔ (to twist). Cognate with Muong 'vằn' and possibly Thai 'เวียน' (to turn).
Usage Notes
Common in both literal and figurative contexts. In literal use, it often implies a circular motion with force. In figurative use, it suggests manipulation or distortion.
Word Breakdown
vặn
to twist or turn with force
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