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Pronunciation Northern /ḭw˧˩˧/ Central /iw˧˩˨/ Southern /iw˨˩˦/
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soggy; soft
Adjective
soggy; soft
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2 senses
Meaning
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Sense 1 Adjective
soggy; soft Properties & StatesTheme

Becoming soft and losing crispness due to exposure to moisture or high humidity.

vi Bánh quy để lâu bị ỉu rồi.

en The cookies have become soggy after being left out for a long time.

Sense 2 Adjective
gloomy; sad

Feeling sad, discouraged, or having very little energy or enthusiasm.

vi Sau khi nghe tin buồn, anh ta trông thật ỉu xìu.

en After hearing the bad news, he looks really gloomy.

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ỉu xìu / ỉu xịu
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iu ỉu
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