cướp biển

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The Vietnamese word "cướp biển" is a noun that means "pirate" or "sea-robber" in English. It refers to a person who commits acts of robbery or violence at sea. Pirates are often depicted in stories and movies as adventurous characters who search for treasure and sail on ships.

Usage Instructions:

• "Cướp biển" is used when talking about crimes that happen on the ocean.
• You can use it in both formal and informal contexts when discussing history, literature, or modern piracy.

Example:

• "Các cướp biển đã tấn công tàu hàng." (The pirates attacked the cargo ship.)

Advanced Usage:

In literature or discussions about history, "cướp biển" can refer to famous pirates, like "cướp biển Caribê" (Caribbean pirates) or "cướp biển Somali" (Somali pirates).

Word Variants:

• "Cướp" means "robber" or "to rob."
• "Biển" means "sea."
• Together, they form "cướp biển," specifically referring to the act of robbing at sea.

Different Meanings:

While "cướp biển" primarily means "pirate," in a broader sense, it can also refer to anyone engaging in illegal or violent activities at sea, which may include smuggling or human trafficking.

Synonyms:

• "Thuyền cướp" (pirate ship)
• "Cướp" (robber) can also be used in other contexts, but it does not specifically imply sea-related crime.

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noun

1. prirate; sea-robber