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The Vietnamese word "bạo" is an adjective that means "bold" or "brave." It describes someone who is not afraid to take risks or speak their mind, often in a way that is striking or assertive.

Usage Instructions

You can use "bạo" to describe a person's character, actions, or even their manner of speaking. It conveys a sense of confidence and fearlessness.

Examples

1. Người bạo: A bold person.

   • Example: "Cô ấy rất bạo khi nói lên ý kiến của mình." (She is very bold when expressing her opinions.)

2. Cử chỉ rất bạo: A very bold conduct.

   • Example: "Hành động của anh ta trong cuộc họp là rất bạo." (His actions in the meeting were very bold.)

3. Bạo miệng: To have a bold language.

   • Example: "Anh ấy luôn bạo miệng trong những cuộc tranh luận." (He is always bold in his language during debates.)

4. Bạo ăn: To eat boldly (often implying someone who eats a lot or with enthusiasm).

   • Example: "Món ăn này rất ngon, tôi ăn bạo!" (This dish is so delicious, I eat boldly!)

Advanced Usage

The term can also be used in idiomatic expressions: - Bạo tay: To act with a bold hand, meaning to take decisive actions.
- Example: "Cần phải bạo tay hơn trong việc quyết định." (We need to act more boldly in making decisions.)

Word Variants

• Bạo dạn: More daring or bold, often used to describe someone who takes even greater risks.
• Bạo gan: Literally means “bold liver,” referring to someone who has a lot of courage.

Different Meanings

While "bạo" primarily means bold, it can also imply a certain level of recklessness or overstepping boundaries in some contexts. For example, "bạo lực" means violence, where "bạo" indicates an aggressive or forceful nature.

Academic

adj

1. Bold
   • người nhát nát người bạo
     the shy frighten the bold
   • cử chỉ rất bạo
     a very bold conduct
   • bạo miệng
     to have a bold language
   • làm bạo tay
     to act with a bold hand
2. Healthy
   • bạo ăn bạo nói, bạo mồm bạo miệng
     as bold as brass