bỏ chạy

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The Vietnamese word "bỏ chạy" means "to run away" or "to run for dear life." It is used when someone is trying to escape from a situation, often quickly and with urgency. This phrase can imply that the person is fleeing due to fear, danger, or a strong desire to avoid something unpleasant.

Usage Instructions:

• "Bỏ chạy" is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts.
• It can be used in casual conversations, storytelling, or even in news reports when describing someone escaping a dangerous situation.

Example:

• Sentence: Khi thấy con chó đuổi theo, tôi đã bỏ chạy.
• Translation: When I saw the dog chasing after me, I ran away.

Advanced Usage:

• The phrase can be used metaphorically to describe someone avoiding responsibilities or challenges in life, not just physical danger.
• Example: Cô ấy đã bỏ chạy khỏi những trách nhiệm của mình.
• Translation: She ran away from her responsibilities.

Word Variants:

• "Chạy" (to run) is the base verb in "bỏ chạy." You can use "chạy" alone to indicate running without the connotation of escaping.
• "Bỏ" can also mean to leave or abandon something, so it can be paired with other verbs for similar meanings, like "bỏ đi" (to leave).

Different Meanings:

While "bỏ chạy" primarily means to run away, the individual words can have other meanings: - "Bỏ" can mean to abandon or to give up. - "Chạy" can mean to run in a general sense, not necessarily related to escape.

Synonyms:

• "Chạy trốn": This also means to run away or escape, often used in similar contexts.
• "Tẩu thoát": This means to flee or escape, often used in more formal or written contexts.

Academic

1. Run away, run for dear life