binh đoàn

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The Vietnamese word "binh đoàn" is a noun that generally translates to "corps" in English. It refers to a large military unit that consists of multiple battalions, regiments, or divisions. Essentially, "binh đoàn" denotes a significant group of troops organized for military operations.

Usage Instructions:

• "Binh đoàn" is typically used in military contexts to describe a large formation of soldiers.
• It can refer to both active military units and historical formations.

Example:

• "Binh đoàn 1" (Corps 1) is often mentioned in military reports to indicate a specific unit's operations.
• In a sentence: "Binh đoàn này đã tham gia vào nhiều trận chiến lớn." (This corps has participated in many major battles.)

Advanced Usage:

• In a broader sense, "binh đoàn" can also symbolize collaboration among various military branches or allied forces.
• For instance, you might hear about a "binh đoàn liên quân" (joint corps) when discussing collaborative efforts between different countries' military forces.

Word Variants:

• Binh đội: This is an older term that can also refer to troops or military units but is less commonly used today.
• Binh lính: This refers more specifically to soldiers or troops, usually at a lower level than a "binh đoàn."

Different Meanings:

While primarily used in a military context, "binh đoàn" can also metaphorically refer to any organized group of people working together towards a common goal, though this usage is less common.

Synonyms:

• Quân đoàn: Another term that can be used interchangeably with "binh đoàn," referring to a military corps.
• Đơn vị quân đội: This means "military unit" and is a broader term that encompasses various sizes of military formations.

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noun

1. Multi-battalion (multi-regiment, multi-division, multi-army), corps (unit)
2. binh đội
3. từ cũ, nghĩa cũ) Troops