Usages of trễ
Hôm qua, Lan phải họp ở văn phòng đến rất trễ.
Yesterday, Lan had to be in a meeting at the office until very late.
Mặc dù đến trễ nhưng cô ấy vẫn có kế hoạch tốt cho công ty.
Although she arrived late, she still has a good plan for the company.
Khách sạn đó sạch nhưng bữa sáng bắt đầu rất trễ.
That hotel is clean, but breakfast starts very late.
Nếu em đến trễ, chị sẽ gặp em ở trước văn phòng.
If you (younger) arrive late, I (older sister) will meet you in front of the office.
Test yourself: What does trễ mean?
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