bao quanh

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The Vietnamese word "bao quanh" is a verb that means "to circle" or "to encompass." It is often used to describe something that surrounds or encloses another thing.

Usage Instructions:

You can use "bao quanh" to talk about physical spaces or objects that are surrounded by something else. It is often used with places, natural features, or objects.

Examples:

1. Một thành phố có những quả đồi bao quanh
   (A town circled by hills)

2. Một cái hồ được bao quanh bởi những dãy núi
   (A lake encompassed by mountains)

Advanced Usage:

"Bao quanh" can also be used in more abstract contexts, such as describing feelings or ideas that surround a person or situation. For example: - Tình yêu bao quanh cuộc sống của họ.
(Love surrounds their lives.)

Word Variants:

• Bao: This means "to wrap" or "to cover."
• Quanh: This means "around" or "surrounding."

Different Meanings:

While "bao quanh" primarily means to circle or encompass, in some contexts, it can also imply protection or support, as in being surrounded by loved ones.

Synonyms:

• Xung quanh: This means "around" or "surrounding," but can be used in a more general sense rather than as a verb.

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verb

1. To circle, to encompass
   • một thành phố có những quả đồi bao quanh
     a town circled by hills
   • một cái hồ được bao quanh bởi những dãy núi
     a lake encompassed by mountains