Definition

Verb: - To explain, to justify oneself, to plead one's case: "phân vua" means to present one's reasons, arguments, or circumstances to clarify a situation, defend one's actions, or seek understanding, often in response to blame or misunderstanding. It is synonymous with "phân bua".

Usage Examples

• Verb:
  • Anh ấy cố gắng phân vua với sếp về lý do đi muộn. (He tried to explain to his boss the reason for being late.)
  • Cô ấy không còn cơ hội để phân vua nữa. (She no longer has a chance to justify herself.)
  • Đừng vội trách mắng, hãy nghe nó phân vua đã. (Don't scold hastily; let him plead his case first.)

Advanced Usage

• "phân vua" vs. "phân trần": While both mean to explain, "phân vua" often carries a stronger connotation of pleading or defending oneself in a difficult situation, whereas "phân trần" can be a more general or calm explanation.
  • Trước tòa, bị cáo đã phân vua rằng mình vô tội. (In court, the defendant pleaded that he was innocent.)

Variants and Related Words

• Phân bua (verb): To explain, to justify. This is the more standard and commonly used form. "Phân vua" is a variant pronunciation/spelling of "phân bua".
  • Cậu ấy đang phân bua với mẹ về chuyện bị điểm kém. (He is explaining to his mother about getting a bad grade.)

Synonyms

• Giải thích: To explain.
• Biện minh: To justify, to defend.
• Thanh minh: To vindicate, to clear oneself.

Related Idioms/Phrases

• "Ôm đầu phân vua": To be in a state of desperately trying to explain or justify oneself (often with little success).
  • Sau sự cố, anh ta chỉ còn biết ôm đầu phân vua. (After the incident, he could only desperately try to explain himself.)

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