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Meaning
3 senses · 2 meanings
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sponsor
Adjective
Refers to a person who sponsors a child's baptism and promises to help them.
vi Ông ấy là người cha đỡ đầu đã đứng ra bảo trợ cho lễ rửa tội của con tôi.
en He is the godfather who sponsored my child's baptism.
Verb
To care for and raise a child while acting as their sponsor.
vi Gia đình họ đã quyết định nhận đỡ đầu cho một đứa trẻ có hoàn cảnh khó khăn.
en Their family decided to sponsor a child in a difficult situation.
mentorship
Refers to a person who provides guidance or help, both spiritually and materially.
vi Cô ấy luôn coi người dì là người mẹ đỡ đầu đã hướng dẫn mình trong cuộc sống.
en She always considers her aunt as the mentor who has guided her in life.