kẹp
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Meaning
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pinch; clamp
To apply strong pressure from two sides onto an object to hold it firmly or compress it.
vi Dùng kìm để kẹp chặt miếng gỗ này lại.
en Use a pair of pliers to clamp this piece of wood firmly.
stuck
A synonym for the word 'kẹt', describing a state of being stuck or jammed and unable to move.
vi Chiếc xe của tôi đã bị kẹp giữa đám đông.
en My car was stuck in the middle of the crowd.
clip; clamp
A tool designed to grip or hold objects firmly together in a fixed position.
vi Bạn có thể cho tôi mượn cái kẹp giấy này không?
en Can you lend me this paper clip?