bầu bán

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The Vietnamese word "bầu bán" is a verb that means "to elect" or "to vote." It is often used in the context of choosing representatives or making decisions through a voting process.

Basic Explanation:

• Meaning: To select someone for a position or to make a decision based on a vote.
• Usage: Typically used in political contexts, such as elections for government officials or in organizations where members need to choose leaders.

Example:

• "Cuộc bầu bán sẽ diễn ra vào cuối tuần này."
  • Translation: "The election will take place this weekend."

Advanced Usage:

• "Bầu bán" can also imply a sense of decision-making where the majority opinion is counted, not just in formal elections but also in group settings or community decisions.
• For example: "Chúng tôi đã bầu bán để quyết định địa điểm cho chuyến đi."
  • Translation: "We voted to decide on the location for the trip."

Word Variants:

• Bầu cử: This is another term closely related to "bầu bán," which specifically means "to elect" or "election."
• Bầu: This can also mean "to vote" in a more informal sense.

Different Meaning:

While "bầu bán" primarily refers to the act of electing or voting, in some contexts, it can have a more sarcastic or negative connotation, suggesting that the election process is not taken seriously or is manipulated.

Synonyms:

• Bầu cử: Election
• Bỏ phiếu: To cast a vote
• Chọn lựa: To choose/select

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verb

1. (mỉa) To elect