phiếu

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The Vietnamese word "phiếu" is a noun that has several meanings and uses. Here’s a breakdown to help you understand it better:

Basic Definition:

1. Ballot: "Phiếu" is commonly used to refer to a voting paper or ballot used in elections. It is the paper that people fill out to vote for their preferred candidate or option.
2. Ticket: It can also mean a ticket, such as for a train, movie, or event.

Usage Instructions:

• "Phiếu" is typically used in contexts related to voting or tickets. It can be used in both formal and informal situations.
• When discussing elections, you might see it combined with "thùng" to form "thùng phiếu," meaning "ballot box," where the completed ballots are placed.

Examples:

1. Voting Context:

   • "Mọi người đều phải đi bỏ phiếu trong cuộc bầu cử." (Everyone must go vote in the election.)

2. Ticket Context:

   • "Tôi đã mua một phiếu xem phim." (I bought a movie ticket.)

Advanced Usage:

• In formal discussions about elections, you may hear terms like "phiếu bầu" (ballot paper) to specify the type of "phiếu" being referred to.
• In legal contexts, "phiếu" can also refer to a receipt or invoice, indicating proof of payment or transaction.

Word Variants:

• Phiếu bầu: Ballot paper.
• Phiếu xét nghiệm: Test result form (in medical contexts).
• Phiếu giảm giá: Discount voucher.

Different Meanings:

• While "phiếu" generally means ballot or ticket, it can also refer to any kind of slip or form that has information and is used for a specific purpose, such as a receipt or a test form.

Synonyms:

• Giấy: Paper (a more general term that can refer to any kind of paper).
• Vé: Ticket (more specific to tickets used for events or travel).

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noun

1. ballok, voting paper
   • thùng phiếu
     ballot-box. bill, ticket