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The Vietnamese word "đồi" is a noun that means "hill." It refers to a raised area of land that is smaller than a mountain, typically with gentle slopes. Hills can be found in various landscapes and often provide beautiful views from the top.

Usage Instructions:

• "Đồi" is used to describe natural landforms. You can use it in sentences when talking about geography, nature, or outdoor activities.

Example Sentences:

1. Ngọn đồi này rất đẹp. (This hill is very beautiful.)
2. Chúng ta có thể đi bộ lên đồi để ngắm cảnh. (We can walk up the hill to enjoy the view.)

Advanced Usage:

• In literature or poetry, "đồi" can be used metaphorically to describe challenges (like "hills to climb") or to evoke feelings of tranquility and nature.
• You might also see "đồi" used in various phrases, such as "đồi cát" (sand dune), which refers to a hill made of sand.

Word Variants:

• Đồi núi: This phrase means "hills and mountains" and is commonly used to refer to hilly or mountainous regions.
• Đồi xanh: This means "green hill," often used to describe hills covered with trees or vegetation.

Different Meanings:

While "đồi" primarily means "hill," it can also refer to a more metaphorical or poetic use in literature. However, it doesn’t have many alternative meanings in everyday language.

Synonyms:

• Ngọn đồi: Another way to refer to a hill, specifically emphasizing the top of the hill.
• Đồi thấp: This means "low hill," referring to a smaller or less prominent hill.

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noun

1. Hill
   • ngọn đồi
     hill-top