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The Vietnamese word "đòi" is a verb that means "to claim back," "to demand," "to ask," or "to require." It is often used in situations where someone is requesting something that they believe they have a right to or deserve.

Basic Usage:

You can use "đòi" when you want to express the act of asking for something forcefully or insisting on receiving something.

Examples:

1. Tôi đòi lại tiền của tôi.
   (I demand back my money.)

2. Cô ấy đòi quyền lợi của mình.
   (She claims her rights.)

Advanced Usage:

In legal contexts, "đòi" can also mean to summon or subpoena someone to appear in court. For example: - Tòa án đã đòi nhân chứng ra làm chứng.
(The court has summoned the witness to testify.)

Word Variants:

• Đòi hỏi: This phrase means “to demand” or “to require” and can imply a more formal or strong request.
  • Example: Họ đòi hỏi sự công bằng. (They demand fairness.)

Different Meanings:

While "đòi" primarily focuses on demanding or claiming, it can also imply a sense of urgency or insistence. In some contexts, it can mean to "ask for" in a less forceful manner.

Synonyms:

• Yêu cầu: This means "to request" and is used for more polite or formal requests.

  • Example: Tôi yêu cầu một cuộc hẹn. (I request an appointment.)

• Kêu gọi: This means "to call for" or "to urge."

  • Example: Chúng ta kêu gọi mọi người hành động. (We urge everyone to take action.)

Summary:

In summary, "đòi" is a versatile verb in Vietnamese that conveys the action of claiming, demanding, or asking for something with an implication of right or necessity.

Academic

verb

1. to claim back; to demand; to ask; to require
   • đòi quyền lợi của mình
     to claim one's right
2. To summon; to subpoena