nhà tu kín

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The Vietnamese word "nhà tu kín" refers to a "convent" in English. A convent is a place where nuns live and work, often dedicated to religious life. It can also be a place for prayer and community service.

Usage Instructions:

• "Nhà tu kín" is used when talking about religious communities, particularly those of women who have chosen to live a life dedicated to their faith.
• It can also refer to the specific building or location where these nuns reside.

Example:

• "Mẹ tôi đã sống trong nhà tu kín suốt 20 năm." (My mother has lived in a convent for 20 years.)

Advanced Usage:

• In discussions about religious life, you might encounter phrases like "cuộc sống trong nhà tu kín" (life in a convent) or "các hoạt động của nhà tu kín" (activities of the convent), which can lead to deeper conversations about the role of convents in society.

Word Variants:

• "Nhà tu" - This is a more general term that means "monastery" or "convent" and can refer to both male and female religious communities.
• "Sister" (in the context of nuns) is "nữ tu" in Vietnamese.

Different Meaning:

• "Nhà tu kín" specifically refers to convents where nuns live a cloistered life, whereas "nhà tu" can refer to any monastery or place of religious residence, including those open to visitors.

Synonyms:

• "Nhà dòng" - This term can also be used for convents or religious orders, though it may have a broader meaning that includes other types of religious communities.

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1. Convent