cựu thời

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The Vietnamese word "cựu thời" translates to "old time" or "former time" in English. It refers to a period in the past, suggesting nostalgia or a sense of history.

Usage Instructions:

• "Cựu thời" is typically used as a noun.
• You can use it to discuss events, traditions, or lifestyles from the past.
• It often carries a sentimental tone, reflecting fond memories or significant changes over time.

Example:

• "Trong cựu thời, mọi người thường sống đơn giản hơn." (In the old times, people often lived more simply.)

Advanced Usage:

• You can also use "cựu thời" in more complex sentences to compare past and present:
  • "So với cựu thời, cuộc sống bây giờ trở nên bận rộn hơn." (Compared to former times, life now has become busier.)

Word Variants:

• "Cựu" itself means "old" or "former," and can be combined with other words to refer to other old or former concepts, like "cựu giáo sư" (former professor) or "cựu chiến binh" (former soldier).
• "Thời" means "time" or "era," and can also be used with other words to refer to specific periods, like "thời kỳ" (period) or "thời đại" (era).

Different Meanings:

• While "cựu thời" specifically refers to the past, "cựu" can also mean "old" in a more general sense, while "thời" can refer to any time, including the present or future in different contexts.

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noun

1. old time; former time