khi nào

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The Vietnamese phrase "khi nào" translates to "when" in English. It is commonly used to ask about the time something will happen or to refer to a specific point in time.

Usage Instructions:

• "Khi nào" is typically used in questions or statements relating to time.
• It can be found in both formal and informal contexts.

Examples:

1. Question: "Khi nào bạn đi du lịch?"
   (When are you going on vacation?)

2. Statement: "Khi nào làm xong, báo cho tôi biết."
   (When you have finished, please let me know.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Khi nào" can also be used in conditional sentences to indicate that an action depends on a specific time.
  • Example: "Khi nào trời mát, chúng ta sẽ đi dạo." (When it’s cool, we will go for a walk.)

Word Variants:

While "khi nào" is a set phrase, you might encounter variations or related phrases: - "lúc nào" - This also means "when," but it can imply a more specific time rather than a general one. - "đến khi nào" - This means "until when."

Different Meanings:

• In some contexts, "khi nào" could imply a sense of urgency or expectation about an event.
  • Example: "Khi nào tôi có thể nhận được phản hồi?" (When can I expect to receive feedback?)

Synonyms:

• "lúc nào" - as mentioned earlier, it can also mean "when" but is used in slightly different contexts.
• "bao giờ" - this means "when" but often implies a more indefinite time frame, similar to "ever."

Caution:

• Be careful using "khi nào" in negative sentences. For example:
  • "Chúng ta không biết khi nào sẽ có mưa." (We don't know when it will rain.)

Summary:

Overall, "khi nào" is a versatile phrase that you will frequently use when talking about time in Vietnamese.

Academic

1. When
   • Khi nào làm xong báo cho tôi biết
     When you have finished the job, please let me know
2. Never
   • Khi nào làm lại một việc chướng như thế
     One should never do such an unsemly thing