vấp váp
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Meaning
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Verb
To lose balance or hit your foot against something while you are walking or running.
vi Anh ấy vấp váp liên tục trên con đường gồ ghề.
en He repeatedly stumbled on the uneven road.
To face problems or make mistakes when trying to complete a task or achieve a goal.
vi Trong những ngày đầu khởi nghiệp, anh ấy còn vấp váp nhiều trong việc quản lý tài chính.
en In the early days of starting his business, he still floundered a lot in financial management.
Noun
A problem or obstacle that prevents something from progressing smoothly or being completed easily.
vi Chúng tôi gặp nhiều vấp váp khi triển khai kế hoạch mới.
en We encountered many difficulties when implementing the new plan.