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The Vietnamese word "bùng" is a verb that means to flare up or to break out. It is often used to describe a sudden increase in intensity or activity, especially in contexts involving fire, emotions, conflicts, or situations.

Basic Usage

• Definition: To suddenly become more intense, like a fire that suddenly burns brighter or a situation that suddenly becomes more serious.
• Example:
  • "Ngọn lửa đang âm ỉ bỗng bùng to lên." (The fire was burning low and suddenly flared up.)

Advanced Usage

• "Bùng" can be used in various contexts beyond just fire. For instance, it can describe emotions or conflicts.
• Example:
  • "Cảm xúc của cô ấy bùng lên khi nghe tin." (Her emotions flared up when she heard the news.)

Word Variants

• Bùng nổ: This phrase means "to explode" and can be used to describe both literal explosions and metaphorical ones, such as a sudden increase in popularity or excitement.
  • Example: "Sự kiện này bùng nổ trên mạng xã hội." (This event exploded on social media.)

Different Meanings

• While "bùng" primarily refers to flaring up, it can also be used in a more figurative sense to describe sudden changes in other contexts, such as:
  • Conflict: "Cuộc tranh cãi bùng lên." (The argument flared up.)
  • Emotions: "Sự tức giận bùng lên trong lòng." (Anger flared up inside.)

Synonyms

• "Bùng" has several synonyms depending on the context, including:
  • Nổi lên: To rise or surface, often used for issues or problems.
  • Bùng cháy: Specifically means to burst into flames, emphasizing the fire aspect.

Usage Tips

• Use "bùng" when discussing situations that change suddenly and dramatically.
• It can be applied in both literal and metaphorical contexts, making it versatile in conversation.

Academic

verb

1. To flare up, to break out
   • ngọn lửa đang âm ỉ bỗng bùng to lên
     the fire was burning low and suddenly flared up