còn
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remain
To continue to exist, be present, or be left after others have gone.
vi Trong tủ chỉ còn lại một chiếc bánh.
en There is only one cake remaining in the cupboard.
To continue living or to still be in a state of existence.
vi Cụ ông vẫn còn sống khỏe mạnh.
en The old man is still alive and healthy.
still
Used to indicate that a situation or action is continuing until now.
vi Trời vẫn còn đang mưa rất to.
en It is still raining very hard.
in the event of
Used to introduce a condition or a possibility that might happen in the future.
vi Còn nếu trời mưa, chúng ta sẽ ở nhà.
en In the event of rain, we will stay at home.
on the contrary
Used to introduce a statement that is the opposite of what was just said.
vi Tôi thích đi bộ, còn anh ấy lại thích chạy.
en I like walking; on the contrary, he likes running.