bộ

/bo̰/
nounIntermediate set, collection, or group
general

A set or collection of related items, often used to describe a group of things that belong together.

Bộ đồ này rất đẹp.

This set of clothes is very beautiful.

Bộ phim này có 10 tập.

This series has 10 episodes.

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The word 'bộ' is often used to describe a complete set or collection, such as a set of clothes, a series of books, or a collection of tools.

formal

A government ministry or department in Vietnam.

Bộ Giáo dục và Đào tạo đã công bố kế hoạch mới.

The Ministry of Education and Training has announced a new plan.

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In formal contexts, 'bộ' can refer to a government ministry, such as the Ministry of Health or the Ministry of Education.

Collocations

bộ đồset of clothesbộ phimseriesbộ sưu tậpcollection

Related Phrases

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Common Usage

'Bộ' is often used to describe a complete set or collection, such as a set of clothes or a series of books.

Gold Rule

Government Context

In formal contexts, 'bộ' can refer to a government ministry, such as the Ministry of Health or the Ministry of Education.

📖Word Origin

The word 'bộ' comes from the Sino-Vietnamese word '部', which means 'part' or 'section'. It has evolved to mean a set or collection of related items.

📝Usage Notes

The word 'bộ' is commonly used in everyday language to describe a set or collection of items. It can also be used in formal contexts to refer to a government ministry.

Word Breakdown

bộ
set or collection
root
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