Definition of versus

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so với

/ˈvɜːsəs//ˈvɜːrsəs/

The word "versus" comes from the Latin word "versus," which is the verb "to turn" or "to turn towards." In Latin, the phrase "adversus" meant "against" or "opposite," and "versus" was used in a legal context to indicate a lawsuit or a trial. In the 16th century, the phrase "versus" became popularized as a title for a lawsuit, and it was shortened to just "Vs." or "v." in printed materials. Over time, the term "versus" expanded to include other meanings, such as a competitive match or a comparison between two things. For example, in a tennis match, one might say "Player A versus Player B," indicating a competition between the two players. In a broader sense, "versus" can also be used to indicate a contrast or a comparison between two opposing ideas or perspectives.

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used to show that two teams or sides are against each other

được sử dụng để chỉ ra rằng hai đội hoặc hai bên đang đối đầu với nhau

Example:
  • It is France versus Brazil in the final.

    Trận chung kết sẽ là trận Pháp gặp Brazil.

  • in the case of the State versus Ford

    trong trường hợp Nhà nước kiện Ford

used to compare two different ideas, choices, etc.

được sử dụng để so sánh hai ý tưởng, sự lựa chọn khác nhau, v.v.

Example:
  • It was the promise of better job opportunities versus the inconvenience of moving away and leaving her friends.

    Đó là lời hứa về cơ hội việc làm tốt hơn so với sự bất tiện khi phải chuyển đi và xa bạn bè.

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