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bất kể

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The Vietnamese word "bất kể" means "irrespective of" or "regardless of." It is used to indicate that something applies to all cases or situations without exception. You can use "bất kể" to show that a certain action or situation is true no matter what other factors might be involved.

Usage Instructions:
  • "Bất kể" is often used before a noun or a group of nouns to emphasize that the statement applies to all those mentioned.
  • It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Examples:
  1. Bất kể già trẻ gái trai, ai cũng nhiệm vụ bảo vệ tổ quốc.
    (Everyone, irrespective of age and sex, has the duty to defend the fatherland.)

  2. Bất kể ngày hay đêm, tôi sẽ giúp bạn.
    (Regardless of day or night, I will help you.)

  3. Sợ hết hồn, chạy bất kể.
    (Frightened out of one's wits, I ran for dear life.)

Advanced Usage:

In more complex sentences, "bất kể" can be combined with other words to enhance its meaning. For example: - Bất kể khó khăn nào, chúng ta cũng sẽ vượt qua.
(Regardless of any difficulties, we will overcome.)

Word Variants:
  • "Bất kỳ" is a related phrase that means "any" or "any kind." For example, "bất kỳ ai" means "anyone."
Different Meanings:

While "bất kể" primarily means "irrespective of," it can sometimes imply a sense of defiance or determination when used in context.

Synonyms:
  • "" (even if)
  • "Không kể" (not counting)
  • "Không phân biệt" (not distinguishing)
Conclusion:

"Bất kể" is a versatile word that is commonly used in Vietnamese to express the idea of something being true without exceptions.

  1. Irrespective of, regardless of
    • bất kể già trẻ gái trai, ai cũng nhiệm vụ bảo vệ tổ quốc
      everyone, irrespective of age and sex, has the duty to defend the fatherland
    • bất kể ngày đêm
      day or night
  2. Regardless of everything
    • sợ hết hồn, chạy bất kể
      to run for dear life, frightened out of one's wits

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