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An electrical device used to cool, heat, or regulate the humidity of indoor air, typically used in homes, offices, and vehicles.
Máy điều hòa giúp giữ nhiệt độ trong nhà ổn định.
The air conditioner helps maintain a stable temperature in the house.
Chúng tôi cần bảo trì máy điều hòa hàng năm.
We need to service the air conditioner annually.
The term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.
In Northern Vietnam, 'máy điều hòa' is more commonly used, while in the South, 'máy lạnh' is often preferred.
From 'máy' (machine) + 'điều hòa' (to regulate or balance). The term reflects the function of the device in controlling environmental conditions.
In Vietnamese, 'máy điều hòa' is the standard term for air conditioners, while 'máy lạnh' is also used colloquially, especially in Southern Vietnam.