phát vãng

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The Vietnamese word "phát vãng" is an old term that means to banish or exile someone. It refers to the act of forcing someone to leave a place, often as a punishment, and not allowing them to return. This word is not commonly used in everyday conversation but might be found in literature or historical texts.

Usage Instructions

• Context: Use "phát vãng" when discussing topics related to punishment, exile, or historical situations where someone was expelled from a community or country.
• Formality: The term has a formal tone, so it's more suitable for writing or speaking in a formal context rather than casual conversations.

Example

• "Trong lịch sử, nhiều vị vua đã quyết định phát vãng những kẻ thù của họ." (In history, many kings decided to banish their enemies.)

Advanced Usage

In literature, "phát vãng" may be used metaphorically to describe someone feeling isolated or alienated from society or a group, even if they are not physically banished.

Word Variants

• There are no direct variants of "phát vãng," but related terms include:
  • "vãng" (to go away or wander).
  • "phát" (to release or issue).

Different Meanings

While "phát vãng" primarily means to banish, it can sometimes imply a sense of being cast out socially or emotionally, although this usage is less common.

Synonyms

• "đày" (to exile or banish) - this is a more commonly used term.
• "trục xuất" (to expel) - often used in legal or administrative contexts.

Academic

1. (từ cũ) Banish, exile