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Meaning
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switch on
To activate an electrical device or light by pressing a switch or turning a control knob.
vi Hãy bật đèn lên vì trời đã tối.
en Please turn on the light because it is dark.
To spring or bounce away from a surface after a sudden impact or quick contact with it.
vi Quả bóng đập vào tường rồi bật ra ngoài.
en The ball hit the wall and bounced off.
stand out
To be very noticeable or prominent when compared to other surrounding things in a specific context.
vi Màu đỏ làm cô ấy nổi bật giữa đám đông.
en The red color makes her stand out in the crowd.
burst out
To suddenly burst out or emit a sound or emotion (such as laughing or crying).
vi Anh ấy bật cười khi nghe câu chuyện vui.
en He burst out laughing when he heard the funny story.
disobey
To talk back or argue rudely and defiantly with a superior or someone in authority instead of obeying.
vi Đừng bao giờ bật lại lời cha mẹ.
en Never talk back to your parents.