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The Vietnamese word "nhà" is a noun that primarily means "house," "home," "abode," or "domicile." It refers to a physical structure where people live or a place that feels like home.

Basic Usage:

• Meaning: "Nhà" is used to talk about where someone lives. It can refer to a house, an apartment, or any dwelling place.
• Example: "Tôi sống trong một căn nhà nhỏ." (I live in a small house.)

Phrases with "nhà":

• Dọn nhà: This phrase means "to move house." For example, you might say, "Chúng tôi đang dọn nhà." (We are moving house.)
• Anh cứ tự nhiên như ở nhà anh: This means "Make yourself at home." It’s a warm invitation for someone to feel comfortable in your home.

Advanced Usage:

"Nhà" can be used in various contexts beyond just a physical structure. For example: - Nhà hàng: This means "restaurant." - Nhà sách: This means "bookstore." - Nhà văn: This means "writer" or "author," literally translating to "house of literature."

Word Variants:

• Nhà cửa: This refers to "houses and homes" or "property."
• Nhà ở: This means "housing" or "residence."
• Nhà nghỉ: This means "guesthouse" or "inn."

Different Meanings:

While "nhà" mainly refers to a dwelling, it can also imply a sense of belonging or family. For instance, when someone says "nhà tôi," it translates to "my home" but carries a deeper meaning of family and warmth, not just the physical space.

Synonyms:

• Chỗ ở: This means "place to live" or "residence."
• Mái ấm: This means "home" in the sense of a warm and loving environment.

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noun

1. house; home; abode; domicile
   • dọn nhà
     to move house
   • anh cứ tự nhiên như ở nhà anh
     make yourself at home