chém
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Meaning
3 senses · 3 meanings
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slash
To use a sharp tool or weapon to cut or strike something with great force.
vi Người thợ dùng dao chém cành cây.
en The worker uses a knife to slash the tree branch.
rip off
A slang term for charging an excessively high price for a specific product or service.
vi Cửa hàng này chém khách quá tay.
en This shop rips off customers with excessively high prices.
boast
A shortened expression for talking in an exaggerated manner or boasting about something.
vi Anh ấy thường hay chém về những chuyến đi của mình.
en He often boasts about his trips.