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uy

Pronunciation Northern /wi˧˧/ Central /wi˧˥/ Southern /wi˧˧/
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majesty
Noun
majesty
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2 senses
Meaning
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Sense 1 Noun
majesty Feelings, Appearance & PersonalityTheme

A majestic and powerful appearance that commands respect from others.

vi Vị tướng toát lên cái uy khiến ai nấy đều phải kính phục.

en The general exuded a majesty that commanded everyone's respect.

Sense 2 Noun
power or authority Politics, Law, Institutions & SafetyTheme

The ability to influence others or the authority held over a group.

vi Ông ấy sử dụng cái uy của mình để dẫn dắt cộng đồng vượt qua khó khăn.

en He uses his authority to lead the community through difficulties.

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uy 威
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quyền uy / uy lực / uy tín / uy hiếp …
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