bưng bít

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The Vietnamese word "bưng bít" is a verb that means "to cover up," "to suppress," or "to hush up." It is often used in contexts where information is intentionally hidden or not disclosed to the public.

Usage Instructions:

• "Bưng bít" is typically used when discussing news, information, or events that are being concealed from people.
• It can describe actions taken by individuals, organizations, or governments to keep certain details secret.

Example:

• Mọi tin tức đều bị bưng bít. (All news was suppressed; there was a complete blackout of news.)

Advanced Usage:

• In a political context, "bưng bít" might refer to governments hiding information about political events, scandals, or crises.
• In personal contexts, it can refer to individuals hiding certain truths in relationships or personal matters.

Word Variants:

• "Bịt" (to cover) is related to "bưng bít," but it can stand alone in more general contexts about covering something physically rather than suppressing information.
• "Bưng" can also be used in other phrases, such as "bưng bê," which means to carry something, but it is not about suppression.

Different Meanings:

While "bưng bít" primarily relates to covering up information, it can also be used metaphorically to discuss emotional suppression or when someone is hiding their feelings.

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verb

1. To cover up, to suppress, to hush up
   • mọi tin tức đều bị bưng bít
     all news was suppressed; there was a complete black-out of news