bồ nhìn

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The Vietnamese word "bồ nhìn" refers to a "puppet government." This term is often used in a political context to describe a government that is controlled or heavily influenced by an outside power or another government, rather than being independent.

Explanation:

• Meaning: A "bồ nhìn" is not truly autonomous; it operates under the influence or control of a stronger entity, often to serve the interests of that entity rather than its own people.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "bồ nhìn" when discussing political systems, especially in history, international relations, or when analyzing governments that lack true sovereignty.

Example:

• "Trong lịch sử, nhiều quốc gia đã phải chịu đựng một chính phủ bồ nhìn." (Translation: "In history, many countries have had to endure a puppet government.")

Advanced Usage:

• In discussions about geopolitics, you might say:
  • "Chính phủ này bị coi là một bồ nhìn của nước ngoài." (Translation: "This government is considered a puppet of a foreign country.")

Word Variants:

• The term "bồ nhìn" can also be used in a broader context to refer to any organization or entity that operates under the influence of a dominant power, not just governments.

Different Meanings:

• While "bồ nhìn" primarily refers to puppet governments, it can sometimes be used metaphorically in other contexts to describe any situation where one party is heavily influenced by another (e.g., "bồ nhìn trong kinh doanh" meaning "puppet in business").

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adjective

1. puppet
   • chính phủ bồ nhìn
     Puppet government