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couple

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Số nhiều: couplesQuá khứ: coupledPhân từ 2: coupledV-ing: coupling

The term carries a strong duality between precision and approximation. In romantic contexts, it is a rigid unit of two, implying a bonded pair. In casual conversation, however, it often functions as a vague quantifier meaning a few, where the exact number is less important than the fact that the amount is small. When used as a verb, the word evokes a mechanical or technical feeling of interlocking. It suggests a secure, physical connection that allows two separate entities to function as a single unit, often used in engineering or logistics contexts.

Countable when referring to two people in a relationship (three couples). Uncountable when used as a vague quantifier for a small amount of time or items (a couple of minutes).

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Danh từ

[someone][something]

Two people who are married or in a romantic relationship.

"They make a lovely couple."

Danh từ

[something]

Two of something, or a small number of things.

"I will be there in a couple of minutes."

Ngoại động từ

[something][something]

To link or connect two things together.

"The railway cars were coupled together."

Nội động từ

[something][something]

To join or connect together.

"The two trailers coupled with a loud click."

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