cõi

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The Vietnamese word "cõi" is a noun that can be translated to "realm," "world," or "region" in English. It is often used to describe different dimensions or areas of existence, both physical and metaphorical.

Basic Meaning:

1. Country/Region: "cõi" can refer to a broader area or territory.

   • Example: toàn cõi Việt Nam means "the whole of Vietnam."

2. Worlds/Dimensions: It can also refer to different worlds or states of being.

   • Example: cõi trần refers to "this world" (the physical world we live in).
   • Example: cõi âm means "the nether world" (often associated with the afterlife).
   • Example: cõi mộng translates to "the world of dreams" or "dream-land."
   • Example: cõi lòng refers to "the depth of the heart," indicating deep emotions or feelings.

Usage Instructions:

• "cõi" is typically used in more poetic or philosophical contexts. When you want to express a concept that involves different layers of existence or emotional states, you can use "cõi."
• You can combine "cõi" with other words to specify the type of realm you're referring to.

Advanced Usage:

In literature, "cõi" is often used to convey abstract ideas or to create a sense of depth and introspection. It may be used in poetry, songs, or philosophical discussions.

Word Variants:

• Cõi can be combined with other words to form phrases that reflect different contexts:
  • cõi nhân gian: the human realm or world.
  • cõi vĩnh hằng: the eternal realm, often used when discussing concepts of eternity or everlasting existence.

Different Meanings:

• Depending on the context, "cõi" can take on different meanings:
  • It can denote a physical space (like a country).
  • It can imply a metaphysical concept (like the afterlife or emotional states).

Synonyms:

• Some synonyms for "cõi" include:
  • thế giới: meaning "world."
  • vùng: meaning "region" or "area."
  • không gian: meaning "space," though this has a broader implication.

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noun

1. Country, region
   • toàn cõi Việt Nam
     the whole Vietnam country
2. World
   • cõi trần
     this world
   • cõi âm
     the nether world
   • cõi mộng
     the world of dreams, the dream-land
   • cõi lòng
     the depth of the heart