đại lục

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The Vietnamese word "đại lục" means "continent" or "mainland" in English. It refers to the large landmasses on Earth, such as Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, South America, Antarctica, and Australia.

Usage Instructions:

• "Đại lục" is a noun, so it is used to name or identify a place.
• You can use it when talking about geography, nature, or discussing different parts of the world.

Example Sentences:

1. "Châu Á là đại lục lớn nhất thế giới."
   (Asia is the largest continent in the world.)

2. "Chúng ta sẽ khám phá đại lục Nam Mỹ vào mùa hè này."
   (We will explore the South American continent this summer.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced discussions, "đại lục" can be used in specific contexts, such as: - "Đại lục" in discussions about geology, where one might refer to tectonic plates and continental drift. - In historical contexts, when discussing ancient civilizations that flourished on different continents.

Word Variants:

• There are no direct variants of "đại lục," but it can be combined with other words to form phrases. For example:
  • "đại lục Á" (Asian continent)
  • "đại lục Âu" (European continent)

Different Meanings:

While "đại lục" primarily means "continent," it can also imply the idea of the mainland in contrast to islands. For example: - "Đại lục" could refer to the main part of a country, as opposed to its offshore islands.

Synonyms:

• "lục địa": This is another term for "continent" and is often used interchangeably with "đại lục."
• "mặt đất": While it translates to "land" or "ground," it can sometimes be used in broader contexts to refer to landmasses.

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noun

1. continent; mainland