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khắc khổ

Pronunciation Northern /xak˧˥ xo̰˧˩˧/ Central /kʰa̰k˩˧ kʰo˧˩˨/ Southern /kʰak˧˥ kʰo˨˩˦/
austere
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austere
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Describing a simple, harsh, or stern appearance or lifestyle that lacks luxury and is characterized by self-discipline and the endurance of hardships.

vi Ông ấy có vẻ ngoài khắc khổ sau nhiều năm làm việc vất vả.

en He has an austere appearance after years of hard work.

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刻苦
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khắc 刻（克） khổ 苦
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