bách chu niên

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The Vietnamese word "bách chu niên" refers to a "centenary," which is a term used to describe the 100th anniversary of an event or the completion of a hundred years. It can be used to celebrate or commemorate important historical events, such as the founding of a city, the establishment of an institution, or the birth of a notable person.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "bách chu niên" when talking about anniversaries that are specifically 100 years old.
• It is often seen in formal contexts such as speeches, articles, or celebrations.

Example:

• "Năm 2023, chúng ta sẽ tổ chức lễ kỷ niệm bách chu niên của trường đại học này." (In 2023, we will celebrate the centenary of this university.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Bách chu niên" can also be used in historical contexts to reflect on changes over a century. For example, you might discuss how a city has transformed over its bách chu niên.

Word Variants:

• Bách (hundred) + Chu niên (year) is a compound word, so it does not have many variants, but you can encounter other words related to anniversaries:
  • "thế kỷ" (century) – refers to a period of 100 years.
  • "kỷ niệm" (anniversary) – a broader term for any anniversary, not limited to 100 years.

Different Meanings:

While "bách chu niên" specifically refers to a centenary, it is important not to confuse it with other time-related words.

Synonyms:

• There are not direct synonyms for "bách chu niên" in Vietnamese, but you could use:
  • "kỷ niệm trăm năm" (hundred-year anniversary) as a descriptive phrase.

Academic

1. (cũ) Centenery