khởi động

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The Vietnamese word "khởi động" means "to start" or "to start up." It is often used when referring to starting a machine, device, or system. Here’s a detailed explanation for new learners:

Basic Meaning:

• Khởi động: This word is used to indicate the action of beginning or initiating something, especially machinery or equipment.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "khởi động" when you want to talk about turning on a machine or starting a process. It is commonly used in both casual and formal contexts.

Examples:

1. Khởi động máy tính: "Start the computer."
2. Khởi động xe: "Start the car."
3. Bạn có thể khởi động máy lạnh không?: "Can you start the air conditioner?"

Advanced Usage:

In a broader context, "khởi động" can also refer to starting a project, event, or activity, not just machines. For example: - Khởi động một dự án mới: "Start a new project." - Khởi động chương trình: "Launch a program."

Word Variants:

• Khởi động lại: This means "to restart" or "to reboot." For example, "Khởi động lại máy tính" means "Restart the computer."
• Khởi đầu: This means "to begin" or "to initiate," but it is often used in a more abstract sense, like starting a journey or a new phase in life.

Different Meanings:

While "khởi động" primarily refers to starting machines, it can also imply initiating a process or event. However, it does not refer to starting a conversation or a relationship; in those cases, different words would be used.

Synonyms:

• Bắt đầu: This means "to start" as well but is more general and can be used in various contexts, such as starting a conversation or a day.
• Mở đầu: This translates to "to open" or "to begin," often used in literary contexts or when introducing a topic.

Academic

1. Start, start up (máy)