No. 798 in Vietnamese
nguyện
"Nguyện" means "to vow," "to pledge," or "to wish sincerely."
In a sentence
Tôi nguyện làm mọi điều để giúp đỡ người khác.
I vow to do everything to help others.
Here, 'nguyện' is used as a verb meaning 'vow' or 'pledge', indicating a solemn promise or commitment.
Nguyện vọng lớn nhất của tôi là mang lại hạnh phúc cho gia đình.
My greatest wish is to bring happiness to my family.
In this sentence, 'nguyện' is part of the compound noun 'nguyện vọng', which means 'wish' or 'aspiration', denoting a strong desire or aim.
Câu chuyện này thể hiện lòng nguyện cầu tha thiết của người mẹ cho con mình.
This story expresses a mother's heartfelt prayer for her child.
Here, 'nguyện' appears within the noun 'nguyện cầu', meaning 'prayer', signifying an earnest or heartfelt entreaty.
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