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The Vietnamese word "dây" is a noun that primarily means "rope," "cord," "wire," or "string." It is a versatile word used in different contexts, referring to various types of flexible materials used to tie, connect, or support things.

Basic Meaning

1. Rope/Cord: A long, flexible material made from fibers or other substances, used for tying or binding.

   • Example: "Tôi cần một dây để buộc hộp lại." (I need a rope to tie the box.)

2. Wire: A thin, flexible strand of metal, often used in electrical contexts.

   • Example: "Dây điện bị đứt." (The electric wire is broken.)

3. String: A thin piece of material that is used for tying or hanging things.

   • Example: "Cô ấy dùng dây để treo bức tranh." (She used string to hang the picture.)

Advanced Usage

• In anatomy, "dây" can refer to "chord," such as in the term "dây tủy," which means "spinal cord."
  • Example: "Dây tủy là phần quan trọng của hệ thần kinh." (The spinal cord is an important part of the nervous system.)

Word Variants

• Dây điện: Electric wire
• Dây thừng: Thick rope
• Dây nhợ: Twine or thin string
• Dây đai: Belt or strap

Different Meanings

The word "dây" can have different meanings based on context: - In music, "dây" can refer to a string on a musical instrument, like a guitar. - Example: "Guitar có sáu dây." (A guitar has six strings.)

Synonyms

• Cọng: This can also mean a thin piece or strand, similar to "string."
• Dây thừng: Specifically refers to rope, usually thicker than a regular cord.

Usage Instructions

When using the word "dây," consider the context to choose the appropriate meaning. For example, if you are talking about something related to electricity, "dây điện" would be the correct term. If you are discussing tying something, you might simply use "dây" to refer to any type of cord or rope.

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noun

1. rope; cord; wire; string
   • dây điện
     electric wire. (Anat) chord; cord
   • dây tủy
     the spinal chord