săn sóc

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The Vietnamese word "săn sóc" is a verb that means "to nurse" or "to look after." It describes the act of taking care of someone or something, ensuring that they are safe, healthy, and well-supported. This word is often used in contexts where there is a sense of nurturing or attentiveness involved.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "săn sóc" when you want to express the action of caring for a person, especially in a health-related context, or taking care of someone’s needs.
• It can also be used in broader contexts, such as caring for pets, plants, or even important tasks.

Example:

1. Caring for a person:

   • "Tôi sẽ săn sóc bà ngoại khi bà ốm."
   • (I will take care of my grandmother when she is sick.)

2. Caring for pets:

   • "Chúng tôi săn sóc cho chú chó của mình rất cẩn thận."
   • (We look after our dog very carefully.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Săn sóc" can imply a deeper emotional connection, often associated with love and dedication. For example, a mother might "săn sóc" her children, indicating a nurturing relationship that goes beyond just meeting physical needs.

Word Variants:

• Sự săn sóc (noun): This means "care" or "nurturing." For example, "Sự săn sóc của bác sĩ rất chu đáo." (The doctor's care is very attentive.)
• Săn sóc sức khỏe: This phrase means "health care," emphasizing the aspect of caring for health specifically.

Different Meanings:

While "săn sóc" primarily means to nurse or look after, it can also be used in a figurative sense to mean being attentive or careful about something. For example, "săn sóc công việc" means to be diligent in one's work.

Synonyms:

• Chăm sóc: This is another common verb that also means "to take care of" or "to look after." It can be used interchangeably with "săn sóc" in many contexts.
• Nuôi dưỡng: This means "to nurture" or "to raise," often used in the context of raising children or animals.

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verb

1. to nurse, to look after