bỏ cha

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The Vietnamese phrase "bỏ cha" is an informal expression that can be understood as "to abandon" or "to neglect" something. It's often used in a colloquial context to convey a sense of disregard or to express that someone has given up on a task or responsibility, similar to the phrase "bỏ mẹ."

Usage Instructions:

• "Bỏ cha" is typically used in conversations among friends or in casual settings. It's not appropriate for formal situations.
• You can use it to describe someone who has neglected their duties or has stopped caring about something important.

Examples:

1. Casual Context:

   • "Cô ấy bỏ cha bài tập của mình." (She abandoned her homework.)

2. Expressing Frustration:

   • "Tôi bỏ cha việc này rồi, không muốn làm nữa." (I’ve given up on this work, I don’t want to do it anymore.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "bỏ cha" can be used to express a deeper level of neglect or abandonment, often reflecting an emotional state or a strong reaction to a situation. For example: - "Anh ta đã bỏ cha tất cả, không còn quan tâm đến bất cứ điều gì." (He has abandoned everything, no longer caring about anything.)

Word Variants:

• Bỏ mẹ: A more common variant that conveys a similar meaning and is often used interchangeably with "bỏ cha."
• Bỏ: This root word means "to leave" or "to abandon," and can be used in various contexts.

Different Meanings:

While "bỏ cha" primarily indicates neglect or abandonment, in certain contexts, it can also refer to someone jokingly overreacting to a situation or expressing frustration about something trivial.

Synonyms:

• Bỏ: To leave or abandon.
• Từ bỏ: To give up (more formal).
• Quên: To forget (in some contexts, it can imply neglect).

Note:

Be cautious when using "bỏ cha" as it can come off as disrespectful or rude in certain contexts.

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1. như bỏ mẹ