bần hàn

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The Vietnamese word "bần hàn" refers to a state of being very poor or destitute. It describes situations where people lack the basic necessities of life, such as food, shelter, and clothing.

Usage Instructions:

• "Bần hàn" is often used to describe individuals or families who are struggling financially and living in difficult conditions.
• It can be used in both spoken and written Vietnamese.

Example:

• Cảnh bần hàn: This phrase translates to "destitute circumstances." You might say, "Nhiều gia đình sống trong cảnh bần hàn" meaning "Many families live in destitute circumstances."

Advanced Usage:

• You can also use "bần hàn" to describe the emotional or psychological state of someone who feels hopeless due to their financial situation. For example, "Cảm giác bần hàn khiến anh ấy mất niềm tin vào cuộc sống" means "The feeling of destitution made him lose faith in life."

Word Variants:

• "Bần" itself can refer to poverty, while "hàn" can convey a sense of being worn down or weak. Together, they emphasize a deep state of poverty.

Different Meanings:

• While "bần hàn" specifically refers to destitution, it can also imply a lack of opportunity or hope for improvement in one's situation.

Synonyms:

• Nghèo: This means "poor" and is a more general term.
• Khốn khó: This translates to "difficult circumstances" and can also describe hardship but may not always imply absolute poverty.

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1. Destitute
   • cảnh bần hàn
     destitute circumstances