chiều

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The Vietnamese word "chiều" has several meanings and uses, making it an interesting word to learn. Here’s a breakdown of its meanings, examples, and related words.

Basic Meaning

1. Noun - Afternoon/Evening:
   • "Chiều" commonly refers to the time of day from late afternoon to evening.
   • Example: "Từ sáng đến chiều" means "from morning to evening."
   • Example: "Ba giờ chiều" means "three o'clock in the afternoon" or "3 PM."

Advanced Usage

1. Direction:

   • "Chiều" can also refer to direction or orientation.
   • Example: "Đường một chiều" means "a one-direction road" or "a one-way road."

2. Measurement:

   • In a mathematical or geometrical context, "chiều" can mean dimension or side.
   • Example: "Mỗi chiều dài ba mét" translates to "each dimension is three meters long."

3. Clockwise Direction:

   • "Chiều" can refer to the direction of rotation.
   • Example: "Theo chiều kim đồng hồ" means "in the direction of a clock's hand" or "clockwise."

Word Variants

• Chiều cao: height
• Chiều rộng: width
• Chiều dài: length

Different Meanings

• Chiều can refer to different times of day (afternoon/evening) and can also indicate direction or dimension, depending on the context.

Synonyms

• For "afternoon/evening":

  • "Tối" (evening)

• For direction:

  • "Hướng" (direction)

• For dimension:

  • "Kích thước" (size)

Usage Instructions

When using "chiều," pay attention to the context. If you are discussing time, it will likely refer to the afternoon or evening. If you are talking about direction or measurement, it will take on a different meaning.

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noun

1. Afternoon, evening
   • từ sáng đến chiều
     from morning to evening
   • ba giờ chiều
     three o'clock in the afternoon, three p.m
   • trời đã về chiều
     evening has set in
2. Direction
   • đường một chiều
     a one-direction road, a one-way road
   • điện xoay chiều
     alternating current
   • theo chiều kim đồng hồ
     in the direction of a clock's hand, clockwise
3. Side, dimension
   • mỗi chiều dài ba mét