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ngặt

Pronunciation Northern /ŋa̰ʔt˨˩/ Central /ŋa̰k˨˨/ Southern /ŋak˨˩˨/
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strict
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strict
2 senses
Meaning
2 senses
Sense 1 Adjective
rigorous Properties & StatesTheme

The state of requiring absolute compliance with rules and not allowing any errors.

vi Quy định ở đây rất ngặt.

en The regulations here are very strict.

Sense 2 Adjective
impoverished

The state of lacking material wealth or facing difficult economic circumstances in life.

vi Cuộc sống của họ rất ngặt.

en Their life is very impoverished.

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nghiêm ngặt / gấp ngặt / nghèo ngặt / ngằn ngặt …
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