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chuyển bánh

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The Vietnamese phrase "chuyển bánh" literally translates to "to shift the wheel" or "to start moving." It is often used in the context of vehicles or machinery, indicating the action of starting to move or change direction. Here's a breakdown of the usage and other aspects of the phrase:

Basic Meaning
  • Definition: To start moving or to begin the motion of something, especially vehicles.
Usage Instructions
  • Context: You can use "chuyển bánh" when talking about vehicles, like cars, bikes, or buses, when they are about to start moving or when they change direction. It's often used in everyday conversation related to driving or transportation.
Example
  • Basic Sentence: "Khi đèn xanh bật, chúng ta sẽ chuyển bánh." (When the green light turns on, we will start moving.)
Advanced Usage
  • In more advanced contexts, "chuyển bánh" can also refer to the idea of initiating progress in a project or task. For example, when discussing starting a new phase in a work project, one might say:
    • "Chúng ta cần chuyển bánh dự án này sớm." (We need to start moving on this project soon.)
Word Variants
  • Noun Form: "bánh" (which means "wheel") can be used in other phrases, such as "bánh xe" (wheel) or "bánh lái" (steering wheel).
  • Verb Form: "chuyển" can be combined with other nouns to create new phrases, like "chuyển hướng" (to change direction).
Different Meaning
  • While "chuyển bánh" primarily refers to vehicles, in a metaphorical sense, it can imply starting an activity or making progress in various contexts, such as work or personal goals.
Synonyms
  • Similar Phrases:
    • "khởi động" (to start)
    • "bắt đầu di chuyển" (to begin moving)
    • "di chuyển" (to move)
Summary

"Chuyển bánh" is a versatile phrase that typically refers to starting the movement of vehicles but can also be applied metaphorically in various contexts.

  1. To start moving (xẹ..)

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