cộc
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Meaning
3 senses
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Adjective
This word is used to describe something that is short, brief, or has been trimmed.
vi Anh ấy mặc một chiếc quần cộc để đi chạy bộ.
en He wears a pair of short pants to go jogging.
Noun
This noun refers to the sound or action of a knock, a bump, or a heavy thump.
vi Tôi nghe thấy tiếng cộc mạnh vào cánh cửa ban đêm.
en I heard a heavy thump on the door at night.
Verb
To strike, bump, or knock against a surface or object, making a dull sound.
vi Cậu bé vô tình cộc đầu vào cạnh bàn.
en The boy accidentally bumped his head against the edge of the table.