cải danh

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The Vietnamese word "cải danh" means "to change one's name." It is a verb commonly used in contexts where a person decides to alter their name for various reasons, such as personal preference, marriage, or legal reasons.

Usage Instructions:

• "Cải danh" is often used when discussing legal name changes or when someone adopts a new name for cultural or personal reasons.
• You can use it in both formal and informal contexts, depending on the situation.

Example:

• "Sau khi kết hôn, cô ấy đã quyết định cải danh thành Nguyễn Thị Hoa."
  • (After getting married, she decided to change her name to Nguyễn Thị Hoa.)

Advanced Usage:

In more complex sentences, "cải danh" can be used with other verbs or phrases to talk about the process of changing a name. For instance: - "Tôi cần đi nộp đơn cải danh tại văn phòng chính quyền." - (I need to submit a name change application at the government office.)

Word Variants:

• The noun form is "cải danh" as well, referring to the act of changing a name.
• Another related term is "họ tên," which means "full name."

Different Meanings:

While "cải danh" typically means "to change one's name," in some contexts, it might imply adopting a new identity or persona. However, this is less common.

Synonyms:

• "Đổi tên" (to change a name) - This is a more general term that can also be used in similar contexts.
• "Thay đổi tên" (to modify a name) - This phrase emphasizes the act of modification or alteration.

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verb

1. to change one's name