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cáu

Pronunciation Northern /kaw˧˥/ Central /ka̰w˩˧/ Southern /kaw˧˥/
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dirt, filth
Noun
dirt, filth
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3 senses
Meaning
3 senses
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Noun

Sense 1 Noun
dirt, filth Core ActionsTheme

A layer of hard, accumulated dirt or filth that forms on the surface of objects or skin over time.

vi Lớp cáu bẩn bám chặt trên mặt bàn cũ.

en A layer of dirt is stuck firmly on the old table.

Verb

Sense 2 Verb
be upset

A state of feeling annoyed or slightly angry because something has happened that is not to one's liking.

vi Anh ấy hay cáu khi gặp việc không vừa ý.

en He often gets upset when things do not go his way.

Sense 3 Verb
be angry

A strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility toward someone or something that causes significant irritation or pain.

vi Cô ấy đang cáu vì bị làm phiền lúc làm việc.

en She is angry because she was disturbed while working.

Parts
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Chinese characters Source-aligned
Representative candidate
垢
Candidates by syllable
cáu 垢(𢞄)
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câu / cẩu / cậu / cẫu …
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nổi cáu / cáu ghét
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