già

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The Vietnamese word "già" primarily means "old" or "aged." It is used to describe someone or something that has lived for a long time or has many years. It can refer to people, animals, objects, or ideas that are considered to be from an earlier time.

Usage Instructions:

• "Già" is an adjective, so it is used before a noun to describe it.
• It can also be used with the verb "trông" (to look) to talk about someone's appearance.

Examples:

1. Cô ta có vẻ già.
   (She is beginning to look old.)

2. Ông ấy rất già.
   (He is very old.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Già" can be used in a more figurative sense to describe things that are outdated or not modern. For example, you might say:
  • Cái điện thoại này rất già. (This phone is very old/outdated.)

Word Variants:

• Già nua: This phrase emphasizes the old age aspect, similar to "elderly."
• Già đi: This means "to grow old" or "to age."

Different Meanings:

While "già" primarily means "old," it can also imply wisdom or experience due to age in some contexts. For example, an old person may be respected for their life experience.

Synonyms:

• Cổ: This word means "ancient" and can be used to describe very old things, like ancient artifacts.
• Lão: This means "elder" or "old," often used in a more respectful context, such as addressing older people.

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adj

1. old; aged; senile
   • cô ta có vẻ già
     She is begining to look old