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Meaning
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Verb
To show a deep feeling of respect and high honor toward a person or a thing.
vi Mọi người luôn tôn trọng những người có công với đất nước.
en Everyone always reveres those who have contributed to the country.
To make a specific position or a physical structure both higher and more stable than before.
vi Họ đang tôn nền nhà lên cao để tránh ngập lụt.
en They are heightening the house foundation to avoid flooding.
Adjective
Describing someone who is deeply respected and admired because of their high status or great deeds.
vi Vị sư già là một người rất tôn kính trong vùng.
en The old monk is a very venerable person in the area.