phổ biến

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The Vietnamese word "phổ biến" is primarily used as an adjective meaning "common," "popular," or "widespread." It can also function as a verb meaning "to diffuse," "to spread," or "to disseminate."

Usage Instructions

• As an adjective: You can use "phổ biến" to describe something that is commonly known or widely accepted.
• As a verb: You can use it to indicate the action of making something known to many people or spreading information.

Examples

1. As an adjective:

   • "Điện thoại thông minh rất phổ biến hiện nay." (Smartphones are very popular nowadays.)

2. As a verb:

   • "Chúng tôi sẽ phổ biến thông tin mới này đến mọi người." (We will disseminate this new information to everyone.)

Advanced Usage

• In a more formal context, "phổ biến" can refer to the process of spreading knowledge or information in educational or social settings. For example:
  • "Chúng ta cần phổ biến kiến thức về bảo vệ môi trường." (We need to spread knowledge about environmental protection.)

Word Variants

• "Phổ biến hóa" (to popularize): This variant emphasizes the action of making something more widespread or accepted.
• "Sự phổ biến" (the popularity): This noun form refers to the state of being popular or widespread.

Different Meanings

While "phổ biến" primarily means "common" or "to spread," context can alter its interpretation slightly. In a technological context, it can refer to the widespread use of a tool or software.

Synonyms

• Thịnh hành: This means "trendy" or "fashionable," often used to describe something that is currently popular.
• Lan truyền: This means "to propagate" or "to circulate," often used in the context of spreading news or information.

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verb

1. to diffuse, to spread, to disseminate