gió bão

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The Vietnamese word "gió bão" refers to a "windstorm," which can also mean "hurricane" or "cyclone." It describes a strong, violent wind that can cause significant damage, often accompanied by heavy rain.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "gió bão" to talk about severe weather conditions, especially when discussing storms that affect Vietnam or other regions.
• It is commonly used in weather reports, conversations about natural disasters, or when planning activities that might be disrupted by storms.

Example:

• Vietnamese: Từ tháng tám trở đi là mùa gió bão ở miền trung và bắc Việt Nam.
• English: From August onwards, it is the season of windstorms in central and northern Vietnam.

Advanced Usage:

• "Gió bão" can be used in a broader sense to metaphorically describe tumultuous situations or emotions, similar to saying "a storm is brewing" in English.
• Example: Vietnamese: Trong cuộc họp, có vẻ như đã có gió bão giữa các thành viên. English: During the meeting, it seemed like there was a storm brewing among the members.

Word Variants:

• "Bão" alone means "storm" and can refer to various types of storms, not just windstorms.
• "Gió" means "wind," and when combined with "bão," it specifies the type of storm being discussed.

Different Meanings:

• "Gió" can also refer to a gentle breeze or wind, while "bão" can refer to any kind of storm, not necessarily a windstorm.

Synonyms:

• "Cơn bão" (storm) - a general term for any storm.
• "Tố" (squall) - refers to a sudden, violent gust of wind or a localized storm.
• "Bão tố" (stormy weather) - emphasizes severe weather conditions.

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1. windstorm, hurricane, cyclone
   • Từ tháng tám trở đi là mùa gió bão ở miền Trung và Bắc Việt Nam
     From August onwards, it is the season of windstorm in Central and North Vietnam