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The Vietnamese word "bón" is a verb that means "to fertilize" or "to manure." It is commonly used in the context of agriculture, particularly when talking about enriching the soil to help plants grow better.

Usage Instructions:

When using "bón," it is often followed by the name of the crop or plant that you are fertilizing. For example, "bón lúa" means "to fertilize rice." The structure is usually: - "bón" + type of plant/crop

Example:

• Bón lúa: To fertilize rice
• Bón rau: To fertilize vegetables

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "bón" can also refer to the act of providing nutrients to any kind of plant or even metaphorically, such as "bón cho tâm hồn" (to nourish the soul).

Word Variants:

• Bón phân: This means "to fertilize with fertilizer" where "phân" refers to fertilizer specifically.
• Bón hoa: To fertilize flowers.

Different Meanings:

While "bón" primarily means to fertilize, in some contexts, it can also mean to add or provide something beneficial to a situation or a person, similar to nurturing.

Synonyms:

• Bón phân - to fertilize (more specific with the type of fertilizer)
• Bón cây - to nourish plants
• Nuôi dưỡng - to nurture, which can be used in more general contexts.

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verb

1. to fertilize; to manure
   • bón lúa
     to manure rice