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dọn hàng

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The Vietnamese word "dọn hàng" can be understood in a couple of ways, primarily related to the context of selling goods or managing a store.

Basic Meaning:
  1. Install One's Store / Display One's Goods: "Dọn hàng" refers to the action of setting up a store or arranging products for sale. This is common in markets or shops where vendors need to display their items attractively for customers.

  2. Close One's Shop (in some local contexts): In certain dialects, "dọn hàng" can also mean to pack up and close a shop or stall at the end of the day or after selling out.

Usage Instructions:

When using "dọn hàng," it’s often in the context of preparing for business, whether that’s starting the day by setting up displays or finishing the day by packing away products.

Examples:
  1. Setting Up a Store:

    • "Sáng nay, tôi phải dọn hàng trước khi khách đến."
    • (This means: "This morning, I have to set up the store before the customers arrive.")
  2. Closing a Shop:

    • "Khi trời tối, họ bắt đầu dọn hàng để về nhà."
    • (This means: "When it gets dark, they start closing the shop to go home.")
Advanced Usage:

In a more advanced context, "dọn hàng" can also refer to the preparation and organization of goods based on marketing strategies. For example, a vendor might "dọn hàng" in a way that highlights seasonal products or special promotions.

Word Variants:

There are no direct variants of "dọn hàng," but it is often used in conjunction with other words related to selling, such as "bán hàng" (selling goods) or "hàng hóa" (merchandise).

Different Meanings:
  • In addition to its primary meanings related to stores, "dọn hàng" may imply a temporary setup, as in street vendors who "dọn hàng" daily, setting up and taking down their stalls.
Synonyms:
  • "Bày hàng": This means to display goods and is often used interchangeably with "dọn hàng" in the context of setting up.
  • "Gói hàng": While this means to pack goods, it can also be relevant when closing a shop and preparing items for transport.
  1. Install one's store, display one's good.
  2. (địa phương) Close one's shop

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