đậy điệm

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The Vietnamese word "đậy điệm" means "to cover" or "to shield," particularly in the context of protecting items like food and drinks from dust or other contaminants.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "đậy điệm" when you want to express the action of putting a cover over something to keep it clean or safe.
• It is often used with objects that need protection, like food or drinks.

Example:

• "Hãy đậy điệm đồ ăn trước khi ra ngoài."
  • Translation: "Please cover the food before going outside."

Advanced Usage:

• You can also use "đậy điệm" in a more figurative sense, such as in discussions about protecting ideas or information. For example, "Cần phải đậy điệm thông tin nhạy cảm." (We need to cover sensitive information.)

Word Variants:

• "Đậy" (to cover) is a simpler form that can be used on its own.
• "Điệm" can sometimes refer to a specific kind of cover, but it is less common.

Academic

1. Cover (against dust..)
   • Đậy điệm đồ ăn thức uống
     To cover eatables and drinkable