dừng lại

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The Vietnamese word "dừng lại" is a verb that means "to halt" or "to come to a stop." It is commonly used when you want to indicate that someone or something should stop moving or stop doing an action.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "dừng lại" when you want to tell someone to stop what they are doing.
• It can be used in both formal and informal situations.

Examples:

1. Khi bạn thấy đèn đỏ, bạn phải dừng lại.
   (When you see a red light, you must stop.)

2. Hãy dừng lại và nghe tôi nói.
   (Please stop and listen to me.)

Advanced Usage:

In more complex sentences, "dừng lại" can be combined with other verbs or phrases to express a more nuanced idea. For example: - Dừng lại để suy nghĩ.
(Stop to think.) - Chúng ta cần dừng lại một chút để nghỉ ngơi.
(We need to stop for a moment to rest.)

Word Variants:

While "dừng lại" is the most common form, you may encounter variations in context: - Dừng: This is a shortened form that still conveys the essence of stopping but without the emphasis on "again" or "completely." - Ngừng: This word is similar and can mean to cease or stop doing something, although it might be used in more formal contexts.

Different Meanings:

• In most contexts, "dừng lại" refers to stopping a physical action. However, it can also be used metaphorically, like stopping a conversation or halting a project.

Synonyms:

• Ngừng: To stop or cease.
• Tạm dừng: To pause temporarily.
• Đứng lại: To stand still (can imply stopping).

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verb

1. to halt; to come to a halt