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giường
/zuəŋ˧˥/
bed
Tôi mua một chiếc giường mới hôm qua.
I bought a new bed yesterday.
general
A piece of furniture used for sleeping or resting, typically consisting of a mattress on a frame.
Giường của tôi rất mềm và thoải mái.
My bed is very soft and comfortable.
The word 'giường' is commonly used to refer to beds in Vietnamese households.
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Common Collocations
'Giường' is often paired with adjectives like 'mềm' (soft) or 'cứng' (hard) to describe its comfort level.
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Usage in Context
When referring to a bed in a hospital or hotel, you can use 'giường hospital' or 'giường khách sạn' respectively.
Word Origin
From Proto-Vietic *k-ɟuəŋ, related to other Austroasiatic languages.
Usage Notes
In Vietnamese, 'giường' is a common household item and is often used in the context of sleeping or resting. It can also refer to beds in medical or hospitality settings.
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