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dặm liễu

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The Vietnamese word "dặm liễu" is an older literary term that means "long way" or "long distance." It is often used in poetic or formal writing to describe a journey that is far or extensive.

Explanation:
  • Basic Meaning: "Dặm" means "mile" or "distance," while "liễu" can refer to "willow" but in this context is part of an expression that conveys distance in a more artistic way. Together, "dặm liễu" evokes a sense of traveling a long path, often with a nostalgic or reflective tone.
Usage Instructions:
  • You would typically use "dặm liễu" in literary contexts, such as poetry or storytelling, rather than in everyday conversation. It conveys a sense of beauty and depth about a journey.
Example:
  • In a poem, you might find a line like: "Trên dặm liễu dài, tôi ngắm sao rơi," which can translate to "On the long way, I watch the falling stars."
Advanced Usage:
  • In more advanced literature, "dặm liễu" can be used metaphorically to describe life journeys, personal growth, or the passage of time. For instance, an author might write about the "dặm liễu" of life to highlight the experiences accumulated over many years.
Word Variants:
  • While "dặm liễu" is a specific phrase, you might also encounter "dặm" used alone in various contexts to denote distance or travel.
Different Meanings:
  • While primarily referring to distance, in specific literary contexts, it can symbolize emotional or spiritual journeys, representing how far one has come in life or in a relationship.
Synonyms:
  • Some synonyms for "dặm liễu" in a more modern context might be "đường dài" (long road) or "quãng đường" (distance), though these terms are more straightforward and less poetic.
  1. (văn chương, ) Long way

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