tạch
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Meaning
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Adjective
Describing a short, sharp sound like something breaking or a very small explosion occurring suddenly.
vi Một tiếng tạch nhẹ vang lên khi chiếc que gỗ nhỏ bị gãy làm đôi.
en A soft cracking sound was heard when the small wooden stick broke in half.
A slang term used to describe failing an exam or not achieving a desired outcome.
vi Tôi rất lo lắng rằng mình sẽ bị tạch trong kỳ thi quan trọng lần này.
en I am very worried that I will fail this important exam.
Verb
An informal or humorous way to say that someone or something has passed away or died.
vi Con cá vàng nhỏ trong bể đã tạch từ hồi sáng sớm nay rồi.
en The little goldfish in the tank died early this morning.