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bao bọc
/baːw˧˧ ʔɓawk͡p̚˧˥/
protect and care for
Bà ngoại luôn bao bọc và chăm sóc các cháu.
Grandma always protects and cares for her grandchildren.
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To protect someone or something from harm or danger, often in a nurturing or shielding manner.
Cha mẹ có trách nhiệm bao bọc con cái khỏi những ảnh hưởng xấu từ xã hội.
Parents have a responsibility to protect their children from negative influences in society.
Cô ấy cảm thấy được bao bọc trong vòng tay gia đình.
She feels protected and cared for in her family's embrace.
Often implies emotional or physical protection, especially for vulnerable individuals like children or loved ones.
Collocations
được bao bọcto be protected and cared fortự bao bọcto self-protect or isolate oneself
Pro Tip
Avoid literal translation
While 'bao' means 'to cover' and 'bọc' means 'to envelop,' the phrase 'bao bọc' is not used literally. It always implies emotional or protective care, not physical covering.
Word Origin
Compound of 'bao' (to cover, wrap) and 'bọc' (to envelop, surround), both from Old Chinese via Sino-Vietnamese roots. The phrase conveys the idea of enveloping someone in care and protection.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in familial or emotional contexts to describe nurturing relationships. Can imply overprotection if used critically.
Word Breakdown
bao
to cover, wrap
rootbọc
to envelop, surround
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh