bàn chải

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The Vietnamese word "bàn chải" is a noun that means "brush" in English. It refers to a tool used for cleaning, grooming, or applying substances. "Bàn chải" can be used in different contexts, depending on what you are brushing. Here are some common usages and examples:

Basic Usage:

1. Bàn chải đánh răng - This means "toothbrush." It is the brush you use to clean your teeth.

   • Example: Mỗi sáng, tôi đánh răng bằng bàn chải đánh răng. (Every morning, I brush my teeth with a toothbrush.)

2. Bàn chải quần áo - This means "clothes brush." It is used to remove dust or lint from clothing.

   • Example: Tôi dùng bàn chải quần áo để làm sạch áo khoác của mình. (I use a clothes brush to clean my jacket.)

3. Bàn chải tóc - This means "hairbrush." It is used to untangle and style hair.

   • Example: Cô ấy chải tóc bằng bàn chải tóc mỗi sáng. (She brushes her hair with a hairbrush every morning.)

Advanced Usage:

"Bàn chải" can also be used metaphorically in some contexts. For instance, you might hear it in expressions relating to tidiness or grooming habits.

Variants:

The word "bàn chải" can be combined with specific nouns to specify the type of brush: - Bàn chải vệ sinh - cleaning brush - Bàn chải trang điểm - makeup brush

Different Meanings:

While "bàn chải" primarily refers to brushes, it can sometimes signify the act of brushing in general, depending on the context it’s used in.

Synonyms:

In Vietnamese, you might hear other words related to "bàn chải," but "bàn chải" is the most common term for a brush. Other related terms may include: - Cọ - used for brushes, especially in painting or artistic contexts.

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noun

1. Brush
   • bàn chải đánh răng
     a tooth-brush
   • bàn chải quần áo
     a clothes-brush
   • bàn chải tóc
     a hairbrush