náu

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The Vietnamese word "náu" means "to hide" or "to go into hiding." It is used when someone or something is concealed from view or is trying to avoid being seen or found.

Basic Usage

• Usage: You can use "náu" when talking about a person or an animal that is hiding, or when something is not visible.
• Example: "Con mèo đang náu dưới gầm bàn." (The cat is hiding under the table.)

Advanced Usage

In a more figurative sense, "náu" can also refer to situations where someone is avoiding responsibilities or trying to escape from something, like stress or problems.

Word Variants

• Náu mình: This phrase means "to hide oneself."

  • Example: "Cô ấy đã náu mình để không bị ai phát hiện." (She hid herself so that no one would find her.)

• Náu nấp: This phrase can mean to hide or to take cover.

  • Example: "Họ náu nấp trong rừng để tránh mưa." (They took cover in the forest to avoid the rain.)

Different Meanings

While "náu" primarily means "to hide," it can also be associated with being secretive or staying out of sight for safety or avoidance.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for "náu" include: - Trốn: to escape or to flee. - Example: "Hắn đã trốn khỏi nhà." (He escaped from home.)

Conclusion

"Náu" is a versatile word in Vietnamese that relates to hiding or concealing oneself or something else.

Academic

1. Hide, go into hiding