nối

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The Vietnamese word "nối" is a verb that means "to join," "to add," "to unite," or "to connect." It is commonly used in various contexts where things are brought together or linked.

Basic Usage:

1. To connect physical objects:

   • Example: "Nối hai đoạn dây lại với nhau." (Join the two pieces of wire together.)

2. To unite people or groups:

   • Example: "Chúng ta cần nối lại tình bạn." (We need to reconnect our friendship.)

Advanced Usage:

• "Nối" can also refer to connecting ideas or concepts:

  • Example: "Nối các ý tưởng trong bài thuyết trình." (Connect the ideas in the presentation.)

• In technology, it can refer to connecting devices or networks:

  • Example: "Nối máy tính với mạng internet." (Connect the computer to the internet.)

Word Variants:

• Nối lại: This means "to reconnect" or "to rejoin."
  • Example: "Chúng ta cần nối lại mối quan hệ." (We need to reestablish our relationship.)

Different Meanings:

• "Nối" can also imply extending something:
  • Example: "Nối thêm một đoạn đường." (Extend the road by adding another section.)

Synonyms:

• Kết nối: This also means "to connect," but is often used in more technical or formal contexts.
• Liên kết: This translates to "link" or "to link" and can refer to connecting ideas or groups.

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verb

1. to join; to add; to unite; to connect