No. 143 in Vietnamese
chức
"Chức" means "position," "role," or "duty" in English.
In a sentence
Chức năng của máy này là để lọc nước.
The function of this machine is to filter water.
Chức năng here means 'function' or 'role' in a context referring to the purpose or capability of an object or system.
Ông ấy giữ chức vụ giám đốc trong công ty này.
He holds the position of director in this company.
Chức vụ here represents a specific job or role, emphasizing someone's official position or title.
Nhà thơ đã được trao một chức danh danh dự.
The poet was given an honorary title.
Chức danh here signifies an honorary title or designation, often used in formal or academic contexts.
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