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Pronunciation Northern /zɨʔɨ˧˥/ Central /jɨ˧˩˨/ Southern /jɨ˨˩˦/
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keep

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keep

Verb · 1 senses
Sense 1 Verb
to keep Core Actions & OperationTheme

To keep or hold means to maintain something in one's own possession or to preserve its current state.

vi Hãy luôn giữ lấy những kỷ niệm đẹp đẽ này.

en Please always keep these beautiful memories.

safeguard

Verb · 1 senses
Sense 1 Verb
to safeguard

To safeguard means to protect or watch over something in order to ensure its safety and security.

vi Bác bảo vệ có nhiệm vụ giữ an ninh cho khu phố.

en The security guard is tasked with maintaining security for the neighborhood.

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