Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

đượm

[ʔɗɨəm˧˨ʔ]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

(adjective) easily set on fire; combustible

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Sources & notes

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Sense 2

Meaning · English

(adjective) fervent; ardent

Sense 3

Meaning · English

(verb) to be soaked with

Sense 4

Meaning · English

(verb) to be pervaded with

Examples

Có mấy ai thấu được đằng sau sự lạnh lùng ấy là ánh mắt đượm lòng trắc ẩn đâu cơ chứ.Few would be able to spot those compassionate eyes hidden behind an apparently cold exterior.

Một nụ cười đượm mười tràng nước mắt khi người con xưa tưởng như mất tích đã trở về.A smile heavy with tears, when the son thought to be missing returned home.

Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Common questions

What does “đượm” mean?

(adjective) easily set on fire; combustible

Is “đượm” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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