chưởng cơ
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Meaning
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A high-ranking military officer title used during the period of the Nguyễn lords.
vi Ông ấy được phong chức chưởng cơ vì những công lao trong chiến trận.
en He was given the title of general for his contributions in battle.
A military officer title used during the Nguyễn dynasty, equivalent to lieutenant colonel.
vi Vị chưởng cơ chỉ huy một đơn vị quân đội lớn.
en The lieutenant colonel commanded a large military unit.