đai

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The Vietnamese word "đai" has several meanings and uses, which can be understood in different contexts. Here’s a breakdown of the word:

Meaning:

1. Noun (Belt): "Đai" commonly refers to a belt, which is a piece of clothing worn around the waist to support trousers or to carry tools.

   • Example: "Tôi mua một cái đai mới." (I bought a new belt.)

2. Noun (Hoop): "Đai" can also mean a hoop or a band used in various contexts, such as musical instruments.

   • Example: "Đai trống" refers to a tomtom hoop, which is part of a drum.

3. Verb (To bear or support): In some contexts, "đai" can also mean to bear or support something, although this usage is less common.

Usage Instructions:

• When using "đai" as a noun, remember that it often pertains to clothing or accessories. In conversations about fashion, you can easily incorporate it.
• Use "đai" in contexts involving musical instruments or structure when discussing traditional music or crafts.

Advanced Usage:

• In more advanced contexts, "đai" can be used metaphorically to describe support systems in various situations (though this is not common in conversational Vietnamese).
• For example, you could discuss the "đai" of a community supporting each other through difficult times.

Word Variants:

• Đai đeo: This phrase means "to wear a belt" or "to strap on."
• Đai lưng: This specifically refers to a waist belt.

Different Meanings:

• In addition to clothing and support, "đai" can refer to decorative elements in traditional attire, such as the gold and silver accessories worn on special occasions.
• It can also refer to circular or ring-like structures in various physical contexts.

Synonyms:

• For "đai" as a belt, synonyms include thắt lưng (waist strap) or dây lưng (belt).
• For "đai" as a hoop, you might use vòng (ring) in certain contexts, though "đai" is more specific for certain items.

Academic

verb

1. to bear; to embroider

noun

1. belt
   • mũ bạc đai vàng
     A silver hat and a gold belt
2. Band; hoop
   • đai trống
     a tomtom hoop