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mối

Pronunciation
IPA
Northern /moj˧˥/ Central /mo̰j˩˧/ Southern /moj˧˥/
Noun
termite
Classifier
classifier

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6 senses 4 meanings
Meaning
6 senses · 4 meanings
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termite

Noun · 2 senses
Sense 1 Noun
termite Animals & PlantsTheme AnimalsTag

An insect that lives in large colonies and eats wood, often damaging buildings.

vi Đàn mối đang phá hoại khung cửa gỗ.

en Termites are damaging the wooden door frame.

Sense 2 Noun
house gecko

A small lizard that is commonly found living inside houses in tropical areas.

knot

Noun · 1 senses
Sense 1 Noun
thread end

The point where the ends of a thread or string are tied together.

classifier

Classifier · 1 senses
Sense 1 Classifier
relationship classifier Pronouns, Demonstratives, Classifiers & ParticlesTheme

A classifier word used when referring to romantic relationships or strong sentiments of hatred.

vi Đây là một mối tình đẹp.

en This is a beautiful romantic relationship.

negotiator

Noun / Verb · 2 senses

Noun

Sense 1 Noun
negotiator; go-between

A person who acts as a mediator or negotiator between two parties.

Verb

Sense 2 Verb
matchmaker Family, Relationships & Life EventsTheme

To act as a person who arranges or facilitates a romantic connection between two people.

vi Bà hàng xóm thường đi làm mối cho thanh niên trong làng.

en The neighbor often acts as a matchmaker for young people in the village.

Similar
mòi / mội / mới / mọi …
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Use
giềng mối / đầu mối / mối quan hệ / manh mối …
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