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mắc

Pronunciation Northern /mak˧˥/ Central /ma̰k˩˧/ Southern /mak˧˥/
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Verb
hang; hook
Verb
be busy; occupied
Adjective
expensive; dear

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9 senses 4 meanings
Meaning
9 senses · 4 meanings
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hang; hook

Verb / Noun · 2 senses

Verb

Sense 1 Verb
hang; hook Core Actions & OperationTheme Things at homeTag

To attach something to a hook or to hang it from a specific point so that it remains in place.

vi Hãy mắc chiếc áo này lên giá.

en Please hang this shirt on the rack.

Noun

Sense 2 Noun
hanger Household Objects, Tools & MaintenanceTheme

A shortened term for a clothes hanger, which is a device used for hanging up garments in a closet.

vi Bạn có thể cho tôi mượn một cái mắc để treo áo không?

en Can you lend me a hanger to hang up my coat?

catch; get caught

Verb · 3 senses
Sense 1 Verb
catch; get caught

To become entangled or trapped in something, or to accidentally fall into a difficult or unpleasant situation.

Sense 2 Verb
contract; catch

To become infected with a disease or an illness, often by coming into contact with a source of infection.

Sense 3 Verb
contract debt; owe

To fall into debt or to owe money to someone as a result of borrowing or financial obligations.

be busy; occupied

Verb · 3 senses
Sense 1 Verb
be busy; occupied

To be busy or fully occupied with a particular task, activity, or responsibility at a specific time.

Sense 2 Verb
feel the urge to

To have a strong physical or emotional desire or urge to do something, such as laughing or using the bathroom.

Sense 3 Verb
to cause a feeling

To cause someone to develop a particular feeling or emotion, such as making them feel shy or awkward.

expensive; dear

Adjective · 1 senses
Sense 1 Adjective
expensive; dear Work & MoneyTheme Descriptive Properties, States & Register FormsTheme

Costing a lot of money or having a high price compared to other similar items or expectations.

vi Chiếc đồng hồ này quá mắc so với túi tiền của tôi.

en This watch is too expensive for my budget.

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