ngâm
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Meaning
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To put something in a liquid for a period of time to soften it.
vi Mẹ tôi đang ngâm gạo để làm bánh.
en My mother is soaking rice to make cakes.
To read poetry or text aloud in a musical or rhythmic way.
vi Ông ấy đang ngâm một bài thơ cổ cho cả nhà nghe.
en He is reciting an ancient poem for the whole family.