Definition

1. Noun:
   • Boot: A type of footwear, typically made of leather, rubber, or a similar durable material, that covers the foot, ankle, and often extends up the calf, sometimes to near the knee. It is designed to provide protection, support, and warmth.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Cô ấy đi một đôi giày bốt da màu đen. (She is wearing a pair of black leather boots.)
  • Trời mưa nên tôi cần mang giày bốt. (It's raining, so I need to wear boots.)
  • Những đôi giày bốt quân đội rất chắc chắn. (Military boots are very sturdy.)

Advanced Usage

• The term "giày bốt" can sometimes imply a style that is sturdy, utilitarian, or fashionable, depending on the context. It is a general term for boots and does not specify a precise height unless modified.

Variants and Related Words

• Ủng (n): A specific type of boot, often taller (e.g., knee-high or thigh-high) or made of rubber (like rain boots or riding boots).
  • Cô ấy đi ủng cao su để đi trong vũng nước. (She wore rubber boots to walk in puddles.)
• Giày (n): The general term for shoes.
• Giày thể thao (n): Sneakers, athletic shoes.
• Giày cao gót (n): High-heeled shoes.

Synonyms

• Boot: Footwear covering the ankle and lower leg.
• Footwear: A general term for coverings for the feet.

Related Idioms

• While there is no direct idiom with "giày bốt", the concept can appear in descriptive phrases.
  • Ăn mặc với giày bốt: To dress wearing boots (implies a certain style, often casual or rugged).

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