No. 323 in Vietnamese
cán
The Vietnamese word "cán" can mean "handle" (as in the handle of an object) or "to undertake" depending on context.
In a sentence
Anh ấy cán bột để làm bánh.
He rolls the dough to make cakes.
In this sentence, 'cán' is a verb meaning 'to roll (out)' and refers to the action performed on the dough.
Cán bộ trong công ty rất nhiệt tình với nhân viên.
The officer in the company is very enthusiastic with the staff.
Here, 'cán' is part of the compound noun 'cán bộ', referring to an officer or personnel, showing its use in a formal context.
Cán kiếm được làm bằng thép chắc chắn.
The handle of the sword is made of durable steel.
In this case, 'cán' is used as a noun meaning 'handle,' indicating the part of an object designed for holding.
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