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Meaning
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Particle
A particle used at the end of a sentence to show respect or politeness, usually toward older people or superiors.
vi Cháu chào bác ạ.
en Hello, auntie/uncle.
Verb
To say or use the particle ạ when speaking in order to show respect.
vi Đứa bé đã biết ạ mỗi khi gặp người lớn tuổi.
en The child has learned to say ạ whenever meeting elders.