dự phòng

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The Vietnamese word "dự phòng" can be understood as "provision for" or "preparation for" some undesirable event. It refers to the idea of planning ahead to deal with unexpected situations or emergencies.

Basic Explanation:

• Meaning: "Dự phòng" means to prepare or make arrangements for something that might happen in the future, especially if it’s something negative or unwanted.
• Usage: You can use "dự phòng" in contexts where you are making plans or taking steps to ensure safety or preparedness against potential problems.

Example:

• Sentence: "Chúng ta cần có một kế hoạch dự phòng cho bão lụt."
  • Translation: "We need to have a contingency plan for storms and floods."

Advanced Usage:

• "Dự phòng" is often used in contexts such as:
  • Business: Companies may have "dự phòng tài chính" (financial reserves) to prepare for unexpected expenses.
  • Health: People might take "dự phòng sức khỏe" (health precautions) to prevent illness.

Word Variants:

• Dự phòng can be paired with other words to create specific phrases:
  • Kế hoạch dự phòng: Contingency plan
  • Quỹ dự phòng: Reserve fund
  • Dự phòng rủi ro: Risk management

Different Meanings:

While "dự phòng" primarily refers to preparation for undesirable events, it can also imply a sense of caution or prudence in various contexts, such as: - Financial Terms: Setting aside funds for future needs or emergencies. - Health Contexts: Taking measures to prevent health issues.

Synonyms:

• Dự trữ: Reserve (like keeping extra supplies)
• Chuẩn bị: Prepare (to get ready for something)
• Phòng ngừa: Prevent (to stop something undesirable from happening)

Academic

1. Provide for (some undesirable event), provice against
   • Kế hoạch dự phòng bão lụt
     a plan providing against storms and floods