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bơi đứng

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The Vietnamese word "bơi đứng" translates to "swim standing up" in English. It refers to a swimming style where a person remains upright in the water, using their legs and arms to propel themselves forward, rather than lying flat on their stomach or back like in traditional swimming styles.

Usage Instructions:
  • The term "bơi đứng" can be used in various contexts, particularly in discussions about swimming techniques or water sports.
  • It is often associated with activities like paddleboarding or certain water exercises.
Example:
  • "Khi đi bơi, tôi thích bơi đứng để tập thể dục." (When I go swimming, I like to swim standing up to exercise.)
Advanced Usage:
  • In competitive swimming or water aerobics, "bơi đứng" might be used to describe a specific technique or style that emphasizes balance and core strength.
  • It can also be part of a fitness routine, where one may practice "bơi đứng" to improve stability and coordination.
Word Variants:
  • "Bơi" means "to swim," and can be used in various forms like "bơi lội" (swimming in general) or "bơi tự do" (freestyle swimming).
  • You might also encounter "đứng" in other contexts, meaning "to stand."
Different Meanings:
  • While "bơi đứng" specifically refers to swimming in a standing position, "bơi" alone can refer to any swimming activity, and "đứng" can pertain to standing in various contexts unrelated to swimming.
Synonyms:
  • There are not many direct synonyms for "bơi đứng," but related terms might include:
    • "Bơi ngược" (swim backward) – referring to a different swimming technique.
    • "Bơi lội" (swimming) – a more general term for the act of swimming.
  1. Swim standing up

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