đối diện

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The Vietnamese word "đối diện" can be understood as "to confront" or "to face." It is used to describe the action of facing someone or something directly, both physically and metaphorically.

Basic Explanation:

• Meaning: "Đối diện" means to be opposite to or to confront directly.
• Usage: You can use "đối diện" when talking about being in front of someone, looking directly at them, or dealing with a situation head-on.

Examples:

1. Physical Example:

   • "Tôi đứng đối diện với bạn."
   • (I stand opposite you / I am facing you.)

2. Metaphorical Example:

   • "Chúng ta cần đối diện với sự thật."
   • (We need to confront the truth.)

Advanced Usage:

"Đối diện" can also be used to describe situations where someone must deal with challenges or difficult emotions. For example: - "Cô ấy đã đối diện với nỗi sợ hãi của mình." - (She confronted her fears.)

Word Variants:

• Noun Form: "Sự đối diện" (the act of facing/confrontation)
• Adjective Form: "Đối diện" can also be used to describe something that is opposite, like in "nhà đối diện" (the house across from).

Different Meanings:

While "đối diện" primarily means to face or confront, it can also imply being in a position directly opposite to something.

Academic

verb

1. To confront