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tet

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /tɛt/

KK: /tɛt/

noun
Definition

A celebration marking the beginning of the lunar new year in Vietnam, typically involving family gatherings, special foods, and various cultural traditions.


Example

During Tet, families come together to celebrate and honor their ancestors.


Conversation
Sloth A
Are you excited for Tet this year?
Sloth B
Definitely! It's always such a joyful time.
Sloth A
Yeah, I love the decorations and the food during Tet.
Sloth B
Me too! We should plan to celebrate together.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
newyear
celebration
festival
Antonyms
weekday
ordinary
routine
Root Explanation

This word originates from Old English, meaning a small quantity or a small amount. The term 'tet' is often used in dialects to refer to a small piece or a bit of something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tet' as a small piece or bit, helping you remember that it refers to a small quantity.

Visually Confused Words
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