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bốp

Pronunciation Northern /ɓop˧˥/ Central /ɓo̰p˩˧/ Southern /ɓop˧˥/
tell off
3 senses
Verb
tell off
Details
3 senses

Verb

Sense 1 Verb
tell off Core ActionsTheme

To speak directly and sharply to someone, often in an angry way or to criticize them openly.

vi Anh ấy mắng bốp vào mặt tên trộm.

en He told off the thief sharply to his face.

Adjective

Sense 2 Adjective
popping sound

Describing a loud and sudden noise made when two surfaces hit each other, like a slap.

vi Một tiếng nổ vang lên bốp một cái.

en A loud popping sound rang out suddenly.

Sense 3 Adjective
well-groomed

Being dressed in very fashionable or elegant clothes, looking very neat and stylish for a special occasion.

vi Hôm nay anh trông rất bốp trong bộ vest này.

en You look very well-groomed in this suit today.

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