chạy

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The Vietnamese word "chạy" is a verb that primarily means "to run." It is used in various contexts to describe the action of moving quickly on foot.

Basic Usage:

1. To Run:

   • Example: "cầu thủ chạy theo quả bóng" - "the players ran after the ball."
   • This shows the physical action of running towards something.

2. To Run Fast:

   • Example: "chạy nhanh như bay" - "to run as fast as a rabbit."
   • This expression emphasizes speed in running.

3. To Make a Trip:

   • Example: "chị ấy thường vẫn chạy đi chạy về thăm bố mẹ" - "she usually makes a run to her parents' home."
   • Here, "chạy" refers to traveling or going to visit someone.

4. To Operate or Function:

   • Example: "tàu chạy trên đường sắt" - "the train runs on rails."
   • In this context, it refers to the operation of a train along its track.

5. To Feel a Sensation:

   • Example: "có cảm giác lành lạnh chạy qua xương sống" - "to feel a shiver of cold run through one's spine."
   • This usage conveys the idea of a sudden feeling or sensation.

Advanced Usage:

• To Operate a Machine:

  • Example: "máy chạy thông ca" - "the machine runs through shifts."
  • This means that the machine operates continuously during designated work periods.

• To Indicate Time:

  • Example: "đồng hồ chạy chậm" - "this watch runs slow."
  • This means that the watch does not keep accurate time.

Word Variants:

The verb "chạy" can be modified to form different expressions or phrases, such as: - "chạy bộ" - to jog or run (referring to running as exercise). - "chạy đua" - to race (indicating competition in running). - "chạy trốn" - to run away (indicating fleeing from something).

Different Meanings:

While "chạy" primarily means "to run," it can also describe: - The functioning of devices (machines, clocks). - The act of moving quickly from one place to another (like running errands).

Synonyms:

Some synonyms for "chạy" include: - "vội" - to hurry. - "tăng tốc" - to accelerate (more about increasing speed). - "di chuyển" - to move (a more general term that can also imply running).

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verb

1. To run
   • cầu thủ chạy theo quả bóng
     the players ran after the ball
   • chạy nhanh như bay
     to run as fast as a rabbit
   • chị ấy thường vẫn chạy đi chạy về thăm bố mẹ
     she usually makes a run to her parents' home
   • tàu chạy trên đường sắt
     the train runs on rails
   • có cảm giác lành lạnh chạy qua xương sống
     to feel a shiver of cold run through one's spine
   • máy chạy thông ca
     the machine runs through shifts
   • đồng hồ chạy chậm
     this watch runs slow, this watch is slow
   • đài chạy pin