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English - Vietnamese

Stay

steɪ
Extremely common
500 - 600
500 - 600
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

ở lại, dừng lại, tạm trú, kiềm chế, giữ lại

Stay meanings in Vietnamese

ở lại

Example:
I will stay at home today.
Hôm nay tôi sẽ ở lại nhà.
Please stay here while I go get help.
Xin hãy ở lại đây trong khi tôi đi tìm giúp đỡ.
Usage: informalContext: Used when referring to remaining in a place or not leaving.
Note: This is the most common usage of 'stay' and can apply to both physical locations and temporary situations.

dừng lại

Example:
Stay right there!
Dừng lại ngay đó!
You should stay quiet during the movie.
Bạn nên dừng nói trong suốt bộ phim.
Usage: informalContext: Used to instruct someone to pause or not to move.
Note: This meaning often conveys urgency or a specific request to stop movement or action.

tạm trú

Example:
We will stay at a hotel for the weekend.
Chúng tôi sẽ tạm trú tại một khách sạn vào cuối tuần.
She stayed with her friends during the holidays.
Cô ấy đã tạm trú với bạn bè trong kỳ nghỉ.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when referring to temporarily living or residing in a place.
Note: This meaning can apply to different types of accommodations, from hotels to friends' houses.

kiềm chế

Example:
You need to stay your emotions during the meeting.
Bạn cần kiềm chế cảm xúc của mình trong cuộc họp.
Stay your excitement until the surprise is revealed.
Kiềm chế sự hào hứng của bạn cho đến khi bất ngờ được tiết lộ.
Usage: formalContext: Used to refer to controlling or holding back one's feelings or reactions.
Note: This usage is less common but important in contexts involving emotional regulation.

giữ lại

Example:
Can you stay my place for a moment?
Bạn có thể giữ lại chỗ của tôi một chút không?
Please stay this document until I return.
Xin hãy giữ lại tài liệu này cho đến khi tôi quay lại.
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used when asking someone to keep possession of something temporarily.
Note: This usage emphasizes holding onto something, whether physical or abstract.

Stay's synonyms

remain

To continue to be in the same place or condition.
Example: I will remain here until you come back.
Note: Similar to 'stay,' but 'remain' often implies a sense of persistence or continuation.

linger

To stay in a place longer than necessary, typically because of a reluctance to leave.
Example: She lingered at the party, not wanting to leave.
Note: While 'stay' implies a general sense of remaining, 'linger' suggests a delay or hesitation in leaving.

reside

To live in a particular place.
Example: They reside in a small town in the countryside.
Note: Unlike 'stay,' 'reside' often implies a more permanent or long-term living arrangement.

dwell

To live in a place or in a particular way.
Example: The memories of her childhood dwell in her mind.
Note: Similar to 'reside,' 'dwell' suggests a more settled or deeply ingrained presence.

Stay expressions, common phrases

stay in touch

To maintain communication with someone, to not lose contact.
Example: Even though we live in different countries, we always make an effort to stay in touch.
Note: The original word 'stay' refers to remaining in a specific place, while this phrase refers to maintaining communication.

stay calm

To remain composed and not become agitated or panicked.
Example: In stressful situations, it's important to stay calm and think rationally.
Note: The original word 'stay' implies remaining in a place, while this phrase refers to maintaining a state of calmness.

stay on track

To continue following a planned course of action or to remain focused on a goal.
Example: To achieve your goals, it's essential to stay on track and not get distracted.
Note: The original word 'stay' denotes remaining in a place, whereas this phrase refers to maintaining a specific course or focus.

stay up

To remain awake or not go to bed at the usual time.
Example: I had to stay up late to finish my project before the deadline.
Note: The original word 'stay' typically means remaining in a place, while this phrase refers to remaining awake.

stay the course

To continue with a plan or decision despite difficulties or opposition.
Example: Despite the challenges, it's important to stay the course and not give up on your dreams.
Note: The original word 'stay' implies remaining in one place, while this phrase refers to persevering in a course of action.

stay at home

To remain in one's own residence rather than going out or traveling.
Example: Due to the bad weather, we decided to stay at home and watch movies.
Note: The original word 'stay' refers to remaining in a specific location, while this phrase specifies staying in one's home.

stay positive

To remain optimistic or hopeful despite difficulties or setbacks.
Example: Even in challenging times, it's important to stay positive and maintain a hopeful outlook.
Note: The original word 'stay' typically means remaining in a place, while this phrase refers to maintaining a positive mindset.

Stay everyday (slang) expressions

Staycation

A staycation is a vacation spent in one's home country rather than abroad, or one spent at home and involving day trips to local attractions.
Example: I can't afford a trip abroad, so I'm planning a staycation this summer.
Note: The term 'staycation' combines 'stay' and 'vacation,' creating a new word that emphasizes staying in one's current location rather than traveling.

Stay tuned

The expression 'stay tuned' tells someone to keep watching, listening, or paying attention for more information.
Example: Stay tuned for more updates on our upcoming event.
Note: The phrase indicates a continuation or further development, asking for attention to be maintained.

Stay frosty

To 'stay frosty' means to stay alert, vigilant, or cautious in a situation.
Example: We need to stay frosty and be prepared for any unexpected situations.
Note: The term 'frosty' adds emphasis to staying cool-headed yet attentive in potentially challenging circumstances.

Stay - Examples

Stay here until I come back.
Hãy ở đây cho đến khi tôi quay lại.
I usually stay at my friend's house when I visit this city.
Tôi thường ở nhà bạn tôi khi tôi đến thăm thành phố này.
Please stay away from the edge of the cliff.
Xin hãy tránh xa mép vực.

Stay grammar

Stay - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: stay
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): stays
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): stay
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): stayed, staid
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): stayed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): staying
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): stays, staves
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): stay
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): stay
Syllables, Separation and Stress
stay Contains 1 syllables: stay
Phonetic transcription: ˈstā
stay , ˈstā (The red syllable is stressed)

Stay - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
stay: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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