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kẻo

Pronunciation Northern /kɛ̰w˧˩˧/ Central /kɛw˧˩˨/ Southern /kɛw˨˩˦/
otherwise; lest
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Conjunction
otherwise; lest
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otherwise; lest Discourse & LogicTheme

This conjunction is used to indicate a negative consequence that might occur if a certain action is not taken.

vi Hãy nhanh chân lên kẻo lỡ chuyến tàu.

en Hurry up, otherwise you will miss the train.

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