phân ưu

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The Vietnamese word "phân ưu" means "to condole with someone." It is used when you want to express sympathy or share your sorrow with someone who has experienced a loss, such as the death of a loved one.

Usage Instructions:

• "Phân ưu" is typically used in formal contexts, such as during funerals, memorial services, or when communicating condolences through messages or cards.
• You can use it when speaking directly to someone who is grieving or when writing a message to express your sympathy.

Example:

• "Tôi xin phân ưu cùng gia đình anh ấy trong lúc khó khăn này."
  • Translation: "I would like to condole with his family during this difficult time."

Advanced Usage:

• In more formal writing or speeches, you might use phrases like "xin gửi lời phân ưu" (I send my condolences) to introduce your expression of sympathy.
• It can also be used in a more poetic sense in literature, highlighting the depth of sorrow felt by the speaker.

Word Variants:

• The noun form is "lời phân ưu," which means "words of condolence."
• In some contexts, people might use "thăm viếng" (to visit) alongside "phân ưu" to describe a visit to express condolences at a wake or funeral.

Different Meanings:

• While "phân ưu" specifically relates to expressing sympathy, it is not commonly used in other contexts. Its primary focus is on mourning and loss.

Synonyms:

• "Chia buồn" (to share sorrow) is another common phrase used to express condolences.
• "An ủi" (to comfort) can also be related, but it is more about providing comfort rather than specifically expressing condolences.

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verb

1. to condole with (someone)