bầy

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The Vietnamese word "bầy" is a noun that translates to "flock" or "herd" in English. It is often used to describe a group of animals or people that are gathered together. Here’s a breakdown of its usage:

Basic Meaning:

• Flock or Herd: Refers to a group of animals, like birds or cattle.
  • Example: "bầy gia súc" means "a herd of cattle."
  • Example: "bầy thú dữ" means "a flock of wild beasts."

Usage Instructions:

• Use "bầy" when talking about groups, especially in a natural setting or when referring to animals.
• It can also describe groups of people with a similar context, such as children or other social groups.

Examples:

1. Animals:

   • "Bầy chim đang bay trên bầu trời." (The flock of birds is flying in the sky.)
   • "Bầy cừu đang ăn cỏ." (The herd of sheep is grazing.)

2. People:

   • "Bầy trẻ đang chơi trong công viên." (A band of children is playing in the park.)
   • "Bầy du côn đang gây rối." (A gang of hooligans is causing trouble.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Bầy" can be used metaphorically to describe groups of people or social dynamics. For example, it can be used to describe a group of people engaged in a particular activity or those with similar characteristics.
• Example: "bầy bạn thân" can mean "a close-knit group of friends."

Word Variants:

• The word can be combined with other words to specify the type of group. For example:
  • "bầy thú" (a group of animals)
  • "bầy trẻ" (a group of children)

Different Meanings:

• Besides its primary meaning related to groups of animals or people, "bầy" can also imply a sense of disorder or unruliness when used in certain contexts, particularly when referring to groups like "bầy du côn" (gang of hooligans).

Synonyms:

• Đàn: This is another word that can mean a group of animals, often used for livestock or musical instruments.
  • Example: "đàn gà" (a flock of chickens).
• Băng: This can refer to a band or gang, especially in a more violent or criminal context.

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noun

1. Flock, herd
   • bầy gia súc
     A herd of cattle
   • bầy thú dữ
     a flock of wild beasts
2. Gang, band
   • bầy trẻ
     A band of children
   • bầy du côn
     a gang of hooligans