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Meaning
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Having very little money or few possessions; living in poverty.
vi Gia đình họ đã phải sống trong cảnh bần tiện suốt nhiều năm.
en Their family has had to live in poverty for many years.
Being unwilling to spend money or share things with others.
vi Ông ta là một kẻ bần tiện, không bao giờ muốn chia sẻ với ai.
en He is a stingy person who never wants to share anything with anyone.