hè

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The Vietnamese word "hè" has a couple of important meanings, and it can be used in different contexts. Here’s a simple explanation for new learners:

Basic Meaning:

1. Summer: In Vietnamese, "hè" primarily means "summer." This is the warm season that comes after spring and before autumn. It is typically associated with vacations, travel, and outdoor activities.

   • "Mùa hè rất nóng." (The summer is very hot.)
   • "Tôi thích đi biển vào mùa hè." (I like going to the beach in the summer.)

2. Summer Holidays (kỳ nghỉ hè): This refers to the break or vacation students have during the summer months. It’s a time when schools are closed, and students often have fun activities or travel plans.

   • "Chúng tôi sẽ đi du lịch trong kỳ nghỉ hè." (We will travel during the summer holidays.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Hè" can also be used in phrases or idioms related to summer activities or feelings associated with this season, such as enjoying the sun or going swimming.

Word Variants:

• There aren't direct variants of "hè," but you may see related words like:
  • "mùa" (season), as in "mùa hè" (summer season).

Different Meanings:

• Another meaning of "hè" is sidewalk or pavement. This usage is less common and is context-dependent, often referring to the path beside the road where people walk.

  • "Tôi đi bộ trên hè." (I walk on the sidewalk.)

Synonyms:

• For summer, you might use:

  • "mùa hè" (summer)
  • "mùa nóng" (hot season)

• For sidewalk, possible synonyms include:

  • "vỉa hè" (the same meaning as sidewalk)
  • "lề đường" (roadside)

Usage Instructions:

When using "hè," remember to consider the context. If you are talking about weather or seasons, it likely refers to summer. If you are discussing walking or roads, it may refer to sidewalks.

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noun

1. summer
   • kỳ nghỉ hè
     The summer holidays

noun

1. sidewalk; pavement