hồi

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The Vietnamese word "hồi" has several meanings and uses, which can be categorized into different parts of speech. Here’s a detailed explanation for new learners:

Basic Definition

1. As a Noun:

2. As a Verb:

   • "hồi" can mean "to cancel" or "to revoke". This usage is less common and is typically found in specific contexts, such as legal or formal settings.

Usage Instructions

• When using "hồi" to refer to time, you can pair it with numbers or other time indicators to specify when something happens.
• In literary contexts, use "hồi" to describe the structure of a play or book.

Examples

1. Noun (Time):
   • Tôi đã đến hồi bảy giờ. (I arrived at seven o'clock.)
2. Noun (Acts):
   • Vở kịch này có bốn hồi. (This play has four acts.)
3. Verb:
   • Chúng tôi đã hồi quyết định trước đó. (We have revoked the previous decision.)

Advanced Usage

• "hồi" can be combined with other words to create phrases that convey more specific meanings, such as:
  • hồi ức (memory)
  • hồi sinh (revival or resurrection)

Variants and Related Words

• Trở lại (to return) can be conceptually related to "hồi" when discussing returning to a previous time or state.
• Hồi tưởng (to reminisce) connects to the idea of reflecting on a past period.

Different Meanings

• While "hồi" primarily relates to time, acts, or canceling something, context is crucial. In everyday conversation, it is most commonly used in the context of time or literary structure.

Synonyms

• For the time-related meaning, you might use:
  • thời điểm (point in time)
  • khoảng thời gian (period of time)

Academic

noun

1. time; period
   • hồi tám giờ
     At eigh o'clock Act
   • kịch ba hồi
     three acts play chapter

verb

1. to cancel