chân trời

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The Vietnamese word "chân trời" is a noun that translates to "horizon" in English. It refers to the line where the earth seems to meet the sky, often associated with the view of the sun rising or setting.

Basic Meaning:

1. Horizon: The point where the sky meets the earth. For example, when you watch the sunrise or sunset, you often see the sun emerging at the "chân trời."
2. Prospect or Vista: It can also refer to a broader view or perspective, like looking out over a landscape.

Usage Instructions:

• "Chân trời" is typically used in contexts related to nature, scenery, or metaphorically to describe distant hopes or dreams.
• It is often used in poetry and songs to evoke feelings of longing or nostalgia.

Examples:

• Basic Example: "Mặt trời nhô lên ở chân trời." (The sun rises on the horizon.)
• Metaphorical Example: "Tôi luôn nhìn về chân trời, nơi có những ước mơ." (I always look toward the horizon, where my dreams lie.)

Advanced Usage:

• In literature, "chân trời" can symbolize opportunities or new beginnings. For example, "Tôi muốn khám phá những chân trời mới trong cuộc sống." (I want to explore new horizons in life.)
• It can also express feelings of separation or longing, as in the poetic line, "Nhắn ai góc biển chân trời, nghe mưa ai có nhớ lời nước non." (I want to send word to someone at the ends of the world; do you remember our pledge when hearing the rain fall?)

Word Variants:

• Chân trời xa: Distant horizon, indicating something far away both physically and metaphorically.
• Chân trời mới: New horizon, which refers to new opportunities or beginnings.

Different Meanings:

While "chân trời" primarily means "horizon," it can also imply: - A metaphorical boundary or limit in life or experiences. - It can signify a point of view or perspective in discussions.

Synonyms:

• Đường chân trời: This can also mean "horizon" but is less commonly used.
• Cảnh vật: Scenery, although it is broader and not limited to the horizon itself.

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noun

1. Horizon
   • mặt trời nhô lên ở chân trời
     the sun emerges on the horizon
2. Prospect,vista
   • Chân trời góc biển
     over the hills and far away, to the ends of the earth
   • Nhắn ai góc biển chân trời, Nghe mưa ai có nhớ lời nước
     non
3. I want to send word to someone at the ends of the world, Do you remember our pledge when hearing the rain fall?