hàng rào

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The Vietnamese word "hàng rào" is a noun that means "fence" or "hedge" in English. It refers to a structure that serves as a barrier, often used to enclose an area, provide security, or mark property boundaries.

Usage Instructions:

• "Hàng rào" is commonly used when talking about physical barriers around homes, gardens, or fields.
• You can use "hàng rào" in both formal and informal contexts when discussing property or safety.

Example:

• Câu: "Trong vườn có một hàng rào bằng gỗ."
• Translation: "In the garden, there is a wooden fence."

Advanced Usage:

• "Hàng rào" can also be used metaphorically to discuss emotional or social barriers between people. For example, if someone feels distant from others, you might say they have built "hàng rào" around their feelings.

Word Variants:

• "Hàng rào kẽm gai" means "barbed-wire fence." This is a specific type of fence made with sharp edges to deter trespassers.
• "Hàng rào điện" refers to an "electric fence," which is often used for security purposes.

Different Meanings:

While "hàng rào" primarily refers to fences, it can also imply restrictions or limitations in a broader, more abstract sense, such as rules or boundaries in relationships or situations.

Synonyms:

• Rào: This is a more general term for "fence" but can refer to barriers in general.
• Bức tường: This means "wall," which is a more solid and permanent structure compared to a fence.

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noun

1. fence; hedge
   • hàng rào kẽm gai
     barbed-wire fence