HAIRCUT Flashcards
Here’s a comprehensive list of vocabulary and verbs related to haircuts, stylists, barbers, and barbershops, categorized for easy reference:
1. General Terms
- Haircut: Kiểu cắt tóc
- Hairstyle: Kiểu tóc
- Salon/Barbershop: Tiệm cắt tóc (salon dành cho nữ, barbershop thường cho nam)
- Stylist/Barber: Thợ làm tóc/Thợ cắt tóc nam
- Client: Khách hàng
- Appointment: Cuộc hẹn
- Walk-in: Khách không hẹn trước
2. Tools & Equipment
- Scissors: Kéo cắt tóc
- Clippers: Tông đơ
- Razor: Dao cạo
- Comb: Lược
- Hair dryer: Máy sấy tóc
- Flat iron: Máy ép tóc
- Curling iron: Máy uốn tóc
- Shampoo bowl: Bồn gội đầu
- Cape: Áo choàng (dùng khi cắt tóc)
3. Haircut Techniques & Styles
#### For Men:
- Fade: Kiểu cắt fade (tóc ngắn dần về gáy)
- Undercut: Cắt undercut (phía trên dài, hai bên ngắn)
- Buzz cut: Cắt tóc cực ngắn
- Pompadour: Kiểu pompadour (tóc dựng phía trước)
- Side part: Tóc rẽ ngôi
For Women:
- Layers: Cắt layer
- Bob: Kiểu tóc bob
- Pixie cut: Tóc ngắn pixie
- Blunt cut: Cắt tỉa thẳng (không chia layer)
- Bang/Fringe: Tóc mái
4. Common Verbs
- To cut: Cắt
- To trim: Tỉa
- To shave: Cạo
- To style: Tạo kiểu
- To blow-dry: Sấy tóc
- To wash/Gội: Gội đầu
- To dye/Nhuộm: Nhuộm màu
- To highlight: Nhuộm highlight
- To thin: Tỉa thưa (dùng kéo thinning shears)
- To texturize: Tạo độ phồng/xù
5. Hair Services
- Hair coloring: Nhuộm tóc
- Perm: Uốn tóc
- Straightening: Ép tóc thẳng
- Hair treatment: Ủ/dưỡng tóc
- Scalp massage: Massage da đầu
- Beard trim: Cắt tỉa râu
6. Describing Hair
- Curly: Tóc xoăn
- Straight: Tóc thẳng
- Wavy: Tóc gợn sóng
- Thick: Tóc dày
- Thin/Fine: Tóc mỏng/mảnh
- Damaged: Tóc hư tổn
- Oily/Dry: Tóc dầu/khô
7. Useful Phrases
- “How would you like your hair cut?” (Bạn muốn cắt kiểu gì?)
- “Just a little off the sides.” (Chỉ cắt bớt chút ở hai bên.)
- “Keep the length, but add layers.” (Giữ nguyên độ dài nhưng thêm layer.)
- “I’d like a fade with a side part.” (Tôi muốn cắt fade có ngôi.)
Bonus:
- “No. 2 on the sides”: Dùng tông đơ số 2 cắt hai bên (số càng nhỏ càng ngắn).
- “Taper”: Cắt tóc dài dần từ dưới lên.
Here’s a list of 20 common situations between a client and barber in a barbershop, complete with vocabulary and sample dialogues:
1. Booking an Appointment
Client: “Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in?”
Barber: “We accept walk-ins, but appointments get priority.”
2. Choosing a Style
Client: “I want a fade with a hard part. Here’s a reference photo.”
Barber: “Got it. We’ll do a #2 fade on the sides and leave the top longer.”
3. Haircut Preferences
Client: “Just a trim—half an inch off the ends.”
Barber: “Should I thin it out too? Your hair’s quite thick.”
4. Beard Trim
Client: “Shape my beard but keep the length.”
Barber: “I’ll use a razor for clean edges.”
5. Hair Wash
Barber: “Would you like a shampoo before we start?”
Client: “Yes, please. My scalp’s itchy today.”
6. Hair Product Advice
Barber: “Try this matte pomade for texture.”
Client: “Is it water-based? I hate greasy feels.”
7. Fixing a Bad Cut
Client: “My last barber cut it too short. Can you fix it?”
Barber: “Let’s even it out without taking more length.”
8. Kids’ Haircut
Parent: “He’s scared of clippers. Can you use scissors only?”
Barber: “No problem. Hey buddy, want a lollipop while I cut?”
9. Payment Dispute
Client: “The sign says $20, but you charged $25!”
Barber: “The $20 is for basic cuts. Yours included beard work.”
10. Tipping Etiquette
Client: “Is 15% tip standard here?”
Barber: “20% is typical, but any tip’s appreciated!”
11. Running Late
Client: “Traffic was awful—am I too late for my 3 PM slot?”
Barber: “No worries, but we’ll need to skip the hot towel today.”
12. First-Time Visit
Client: “I’m new here. Who’s best for curly hair?”
Barber: “Book with Marco—he specializes in textures.”
13. Hair Loss Concerns
Client: “My hair’s thinning. Any style suggestions?”
Barber: “A short crop will make it look fuller.”
14. Trendy Styles
Client: “What’s the most requested cut right now?”
Barber: “Textured crops and mullets are back!”
15. Allergic Reaction
Client: “Your shampoo burned my scalp last time!”
Barber: “We’ll use hypoallergenic products today.”
16. Language Barrier
Client: [Points to phone] “I want this, but shorter.”
Barber: “Ah, a French crop! Got it.”
17. Overgrown Hair
Barber: “When was your last cut? The ends are split.”
Client: “Six months ago… I’ve been growing it out.”
18. Special Occasion
Client: “I need a fresh cut for my wedding Saturday.”
Barber: “Come Friday—we’ll do a skin fade and hot shave.”
19. DIY Disaster
Client: “I tried cutting my bangs and messed up…”
Barber: “sigh* Let’s blend this out.”*
20. Loyalty Rewards
Barber: “You’ve visited 10 times—next haircut’s on us!”
Client: “Sweet! I’ll book the same style next week.”
Key Vocabulary:
- Fade: Kiểu cắt cạo ngắn dần
- Hard part: Đường rẽ ngôi rõ
- Matte pomade: Sáp tạo kiểu không bóng
- Hypoallergenic: Không gây dị ứng
Pro Tip: Always bring a photo reference to avoid miscommunication! 📱✂️
