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khè

Pronunciation Northern /xɛ̤˨˩/ Central /kʰɛ˧˧/ Southern /kʰɛ˨˩/
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to spit out
Verb
to spit out
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2 senses
Meaning
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Sense 1 Verb
to spit out Core ActionsTheme

The act of forcefully pushing air or liquid out of the mouth very suddenly and with great force.

vi Anh ta khè nước ra khỏi miệng.

en He forcefully spat water out of his mouth.

Sense 2 Verb
to intimidate

To display something prominently in order to frighten others or to make a significant impression on them.

vi Đừng dùng danh tiếng của mình để khè người khác.

en Do not use your reputation to intimidate others.

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khê / khế / khẽ
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vàng khè / khò khè
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