quen lệ

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The Vietnamese word "quen lệ" can be understood as "to fall into the habit of" or "to get used to" something. It describes a situation where someone becomes accustomed to a certain behavior or practice over time.

Usage Instructions:

You can use "quen lệ" to talk about habits or routines that someone has developed. It is often followed by a verb or activity that describes what the person has become accustomed to.

Examples:

1. Quen lệ ngủ trưa - to fall into the habit of having a noon nap (siesta).

   • Example sentence: Tôi đã quen lệ ngủ trưa mỗi ngày sau bữa trưa. (I have gotten used to taking a nap every day after lunch.)

2. Quen lệ uống cà phê sáng - to fall into the habit of having coffee in the morning.

   • Example sentence: Anh ấy đã quen lệ uống cà phê sáng từ khi đi làm. (He has gotten used to drinking coffee in the morning since he started working.)

Advanced Usage:

You can also use "quen lệ" in a more general context to describe any habitual action, not just physical activities. For example, it can refer to emotional or mental habits.

Word Variants:

• Quen: This part means "to be familiar with" or "to know."
• Lệ: This part refers to "habit" or "custom."

Different Meanings:

While "quen lệ" typically refers to habits, in different contexts, it may imply a sense of resignation or acceptance to something that may not be ideal but has become a norm in one’s life.

Synonyms:

• Thói quen: This means "habit." It refers more generally to a routine or practice that someone regularly does.
• Nghĩa quen: This means "to be familiar with," focusing on the aspect of being acquainted or used to something.

Academic

1. Fall into the habit of
   • Quen lệ ngủ trưa
     To fall into the habit of having a noon nap (siesta)