báo tang

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The Vietnamese word "báo tang" is a verb that means "to announce a death." It is often used in contexts related to informing others about someone's passing, particularly in formal or traditional settings.

Usage Instructions:

• When to Use: You would use "báo tang" in situations where you need to inform people about a death, such as in a family, community, or social context. It can be used in both spoken and written forms.
• Formality: This term is quite formal and respectful, so it’s typically used in serious contexts, such as during a funeral or when sending condolences.

Example:

• "Gia đình tôi sẽ báo tang về sự ra đi của ông nội."
  • Translation: "My family will announce the death of my grandfather."

Advanced Usage:

• In a more formal context, you might see "giấy báo tang," which means "death notice." This is a written document that officially announces someone's death and often includes details about the funeral.
• Example of advanced usage: "Giấy báo tang sẽ được phát hành vào cuối tuần này."
  • Translation: "The death notice will be issued this weekend."

Word Variants:

• Báo: This word means "to report" or "to announce," and can be used in various contexts outside of death announcements.
• Tang: This word relates specifically to death or mourning.

Different Meanings:

While "báo tang" specifically refers to announcing a death, the components of the word can have different meanings individually. For example, "báo" can mean to report or inform about anything, while "tang" can refer to mourning or the act of grieving.

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verb

1. To announce a death
   • giấy báo tang
     death notice