dựa
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Meaning
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To rest one's body against something for support or to rely on someone for help and stability.
vi Anh ấy dựa lưng vào tường để nghỉ ngơi.
en He leaned his back against the wall to rest.
To use something as a foundation, reason, or starting point for developing an idea, theory, or action.
vi Chúng ta nên dựa vào thực tế để đưa ra quyết định.
en We should base our decisions on reality.