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Pronunciation Northern /kan˧˧/ Central /kaŋ˧˥/ Southern /kaŋ˧˧/
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Noun
root
Classifier
classifier
Classifier
disease classifier

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7 senses 4 meanings
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7 senses · 4 meanings
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root

Noun · 3 senses
Sense 1 Noun
root, origin Discourse, Logic, Comparison & ModalityTheme

The fundamental cause, origin, or source of something, often referring to a starting point or basis.

vi Chúng ta cần tìm ra căn nguyên của vấn đề này.

en We need to find the root cause of this problem.

Sense 2 Noun
math root

A mathematical term used as a shortened form for a root, representing a specific numerical operation.

Sense 3 Noun
square root

A specific number that, when multiplied by itself, gives a particular result in a mathematical calculation.

classifier

Noun / Classifier · 2 senses

Noun

Sense 1 Noun
room

A portion of a building that is enclosed by walls, a floor, and a ceiling.

Classifier

Sense 2 Classifier
building classifier

A classifier used for counting or referring to architectural units such as houses, apartments, or individual rooms.

disease classifier

Classifier · 1 senses
Sense 1 Classifier
disease classifier Pronouns, Demonstratives, Classifiers & ParticlesTheme Health, Diet & Medical CareTheme

A classifier used before nouns referring to diseases, typically serious, chronic, or severe illnesses.

vi Ông ấy đang phải chống chọi với một căn bệnh hiểm nghèo.

en He is struggling with a serious disease.

align

Verb · 1 senses
Sense 1 Verb
align, time Core Actions & OperationTheme Discourse, Logic, Comparison & ModalityTheme

To adjust things into a straight line or to choose the precise moment for an action to begin.

vi Bạn nên căn thời gian chính xác để bắt đầu hành động.

en You should time it accurately before starting the action.

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