The Vietnamese word "người yêu" is a noun that means "lover" or "sweetheart." It refers to a person with whom someone has a romantic relationship. This term can be used to describe a boyfriend, girlfriend, or partner in a love relationship.
Casual use:
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In more complex sentences, you can use "người yêu" in various forms to express different feelings or situations. For example: - "Người yêu của tôi luôn ủng hộ tôi." (My sweetheart always supports me.) - "Chúng tôi đã quen nhau từ khi còn học đại học." (We have been together since we were in college.)
In some contexts, "người yêu" can also refer to someone who is deeply cared for, even outside of a romantic context, like a close friend who is very special to you. However, it primarily denotes a romantic partner.