mềm

This is the 797th most frequent Vietnamese word.


mềm

Soft.


The word 'mềm' in this sentence describes the soft and smooth texture of a teddy bear, useful for describing physical properties.

Con gấu bông này rất mềm.

This teddy bear is very soft.


Here, 'mềm' metaphorically describes the change in emotional state, showing sympathy or tenderness.

Nước mắt cô ấy làm trái tim tôi mềm lại.

Her tears softened my heart.


In this context, 'mềm' describes the physical characteristic of a pillow, particularly its lack of firmness.

Chiếc gối này mềm quá, tôi muốn một cái cứng hơn.

This pillow is too soft; I want a harder one.