bỏ bê

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The Vietnamese word "bỏ bê" is a verb that means "to neglect" or "to overlook." It describes a situation where someone fails to give proper attention or care to something important, often because they are busy or distracted.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "bỏ bê" when talking about responsibilities or tasks that are not being taken care of.
• It often implies that something is left unattended or not prioritized, which can lead to negative consequences.

Example:

• English: Although he is busy with work, he does not neglect his household chores.
• Vietnamese: Dù bận việc công, nhưng anh ấy không bỏ bê việc nhà.

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "bỏ bê" can be used in phrases to emphasize the seriousness of neglect. For example: - Làm việc bỏ bê: Neglecting work responsibilities. - Bỏ bê trách nhiệm: Neglecting one’s duties or responsibilities.

Word Variants:

• Bỏ bê (verb): To neglect.
• Bỏ bê (adjective): Neglected (when describing something that has been neglected).

Different Meanings:

While "bỏ bê" primarily means "to neglect," it can also imply a sense of abandonment in certain contexts, such as when a person or place is left without care or attention for a long time.

Synonyms:

• Bỏ mặc: To leave something alone or to disregard it.
• Xao nhãng: To be careless or inattentive.

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verb

1. To neglect
   • bận việc công nhưng không bỏ bê việc nhà
     though busy, he does not neglect his household chores