Definition

1. Proper Noun:
   • A Commune Name: "An Thủy" is a geographical name, specifically denoting a commune-level administrative unit in Vietnam. It is found in multiple provinces.

Usage Examples

• Proper Noun:
  • An Thủy là một xã của huyện Lệ Thủy, tỉnh Quảng Bình. (An Thủy is a commune of Lệ Thủy district, Quảng Bình province.)
  • Chúng tôi sẽ về thăm quê ở An Thủy, Bến Tre. (We will return to visit our hometown in An Thủy, Bến Tre.)

Advanced Usage

• As a proper noun, "An Thủy" is typically used in official, geographical, or administrative contexts. It is not used in general conversation with a common meaning.

Variants and Related Words

• Xã An Thủy: The full administrative title, meaning "An Thủy Commune".
• Huyện Lệ Thủy: Lệ Thủy District (the district containing one "An Thủy" commune).
• Huyện Ba Tri: Ba Tri District (the district containing another "An Thủy" commune).

Synonyms

• Commune: The English equivalent for the administrative level "xã".
• Administrative division: A general term for a defined region like a commune.

Note on Meaning

• "An Thủy" is a toponym (place name). It does not have a translatable common meaning like a standard vocabulary word. Its components ("An" meaning peace, "Thủy" meaning water) are not interpreted separately in this context, as the name refers to specific locations.