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chắn

Pronunciation Northern /ʨan˧˥/ Central /ʨa̰ŋ˩˧/ Southern /ʨaŋ˧˥/
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shield
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block

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Meaning
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shield

Verb · 1 senses
Sense 1 Verb
to shield Politics, Law, Institutions & SafetyTheme Core Actions & OperationTheme TransportTag

To protect or cover someone or something from a potential danger or harm.

vi Anh ấy dùng tay chắn gió để châm lửa.

en He shielded the flame from the wind with his hand to light the fire.

block

Verb · 1 senses
Sense 1 Verb
to block Core Actions & OperationTheme

To obstruct or stop something from moving or being seen by placing obstacles.

vi Những tòa nhà cao tầng đã chắn mất tầm nhìn ra biển.

en The high-rise buildings have blocked the view of the sea.

barrier

Noun · 1 senses
Sense 1 Noun
barrier or obstacle Directions, Transport, Travel & TourismTheme

A structure or object that prevents movement or keeps people or things apart.

vi Họ đã dựng một cái chắn ngang đường để sửa chữa.

en They set up a barrier across the road for repairs.

chan game

Noun · 1 senses
Sense 1 Noun
chắn (a Vietnamese card game) Culture, Arts & Proper NamesTheme

A Vietnamese card game variant where players win by collecting specific sets of cards.

vi Nhiều người cao tuổi vẫn thích chơi chắn vào dịp lễ.

en Many elderly people still enjoy playing the "chan" game during holidays.

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