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An air conditioning unit that cools, dehumidifies, and circulates air in a room or building.
Hãy kiểm tra điều hòa trước khi đi du lịch.
Check the air conditioner before traveling.
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.
'Điều hòa' is widely used in both formal and informal contexts, while 'máy lạnh' is more casual.
Use 'điều hòa' for formal contexts and 'máy lạnh' for informal settings.
From 'điều' (to regulate) + 'hoà' (harmony), referring to the regulation of temperature and humidity.
In Vietnamese, 'điều hòa' is the standard term for air conditioning systems, while 'máy lạnh' is more colloquial.