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bạn tình
/ɓaːn tîŋ/
lover
Anh và cô ấy là bạn tình của nhau.
They are lovers.
informal
A romantic partner, especially one in a casual or non-marital relationship.
Họ đã là bạn tình trong vài tháng trước khi quyết định kết hôn.
They were lovers for a few months before deciding to get married.
This term is commonly used to describe a romantic relationship that is not necessarily exclusive or long-term.
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Pro Tip
Context Matters
Use 'bạn tình' to describe a romantic partner in a casual or non-marital relationship. For more formal or committed relationships, 'người yêu' or 'đối tượng yêu thích' may be more appropriate.
Word Origin
Combination of 'bạn' (friend) and 'tình' (love), indicating a romantic relationship that is not necessarily formal or committed.
Usage Notes
This term is often used in informal contexts to describe a romantic partner, especially in modern Vietnamese society where relationships may be more fluid. It can carry a slightly more casual or less formal connotation than 'người yêu' (lover).
Word Breakdown
bạn
friend
roottình
love
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh