lăn

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The Vietnamese word "lăn" is a verb that primarily means "to roll" or "to wallow." It describes the action of moving by turning over and over on a surface.

Basic Usage:

• Meaning: To roll, to tumble, or to move in a circular motion.
• Example: "Con chó lăn dưới đất." (The dog rolls on the ground.)

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "lăn" when describing an object or a person that is rolling over. It can be used in both literal and figurative contexts.

Advanced Usage:

• In more advanced contexts, "lăn" can also be used to describe a feeling of being carefree or enjoying oneself, especially when someone is playing or having fun.
• Example: "Trẻ em lăn lộn trên cỏ." (The children are rolling around on the grass.)

Word Variants:

• Lăn lộn: This variant means to roll around or to tumble, often used to describe playful behavior.
  • Example: "Chúng tôi lăn lộn trên bãi biển." (We rolled around on the beach.)
• Lăn tròn: This means to roll in a circular motion.
  • Example: "Quả bóng lăn tròn trên sân." (The ball rolls in a circular motion on the field.)

Different Meanings:

• "Lăn" can also refer to the action of rolling something, such as rolling dough or rolling a cigarette.
  • Example: "Lăn bột để làm bánh." (Roll the dough to make the cake.)

Synonyms:

• Lăn lộn: To roll around.
• Quay: To spin or turn around (though "quay" has a slightly different meaning, it can sometimes be used in similar contexts).
• Lật: To turn over (often used for flipping something rather than rolling).

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verb

1. to roll; to wallow
   • lăn dưới đất
     to roll over on the ground