gặp nhau

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The Vietnamese word "gặp nhau" means "to meet" in English. It is a verb phrase that is commonly used when talking about the act of coming together with someone, either planned or spontaneous.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "gặp nhau" in various contexts, such as meeting friends, family, or colleagues.
• It is often used when you want to express the desire or intention to meet someone.

Examples:

1. Simple usage:

   • "Chúng ta sẽ gặp nhau vào lúc 3 giờ."
   • Translation: "We will meet at 3 o'clock."

2. Casual usage:

   • "Hôm nay tôi muốn gặp nhau với bạn."
   • Translation: "Today, I want to meet with you."

Advanced Usage:

• "Gặp nhau" can also be used in more complex sentences to express different tenses or conditions.
  • Example: "Nếu bạn có thời gian, chúng ta có thể gặp nhau vào cuối tuần."
  • Translation: "If you have time, we can meet at the weekend."

Word Variants:

• "Gặp" alone means "to meet" or "to see".
• "Nhau" means "each other", so "gặp nhau" specifically emphasizes the mutual aspect of the meeting.

Different Meanings:

• In some contexts, "gặp nhau" can also imply a chance encounter or an unexpected meeting, rather than a planned one.

Synonyms:

• "Hẹn" can mean "to arrange a meeting" or "to make an appointment".
• "Gặp mặt" is another expression that means "to meet face-to-face" and is more formal.

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verb

1. to meet