Definition of repatriate

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trở về nước

/ˌriːˈpætrieɪt//ˌriːˈpeɪtrieɪt/

The word "repatriate" originates from the Latin words "re" meaning "again" and "patria" meaning "fatherland" or "homeland". The term was first used in the 15th century to describe the act of returning someone to their country of origin or ancestral homeland. Initially, it was used in a more general sense to describe the return of people, goods, or property to their original place. Over time, the term took on a more specific connotation, particularly in the context of war and conflict. During World War I, it referred to the return of soldiers to their home country after combat. Today, the term is often used in the context of international law and humanitarian aid, particularly in regards to refugees and displaced persons. In this context, repatriation refers to the process of safely returning individuals to their country of origin, often after being displaced due to war, persecution, or natural disaster.

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to send or bring somebody back to their own country

gửi hoặc đưa ai đó trở về đất nước của họ

Example:
  • The refugees were forcibly repatriated.

    Những người tị nạn đã bị cưỡng bức hồi hương.

  • The insurance will cover the costs of repatriating you and your family in the case of an accident.

    Bảo hiểm sẽ chi trả chi phí hồi hương bạn và gia đình trong trường hợp xảy ra tai nạn.

  • Tourists who are injured or fall sick are repatriated.

    Khách du lịch bị thương hoặc bị bệnh sẽ được hồi hương.

to send money or profits back to your own country

gửi tiền hoặc lợi nhuận về nước mình

Example:
  • An agreement between the countries enables companies to repatriate their profits freely.

    Một thỏa thuận giữa các quốc gia cho phép các công ty hồi hương lợi nhuận của mình một cách tự do.

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