No. 164 in Vietnamese
phục
"Phục" in Vietnamese can mean "to serve," "to obey," "to admire," or "to restore," depending on context.
In a sentence
Tôi cảm phục sự kiên nhẫn của cô ấy.
I admire her patience.
The word 'phục' in this sentence forms part of 'cảm phục', meaning 'to admire', indicating an expression of respect.
Học sinh đang tập trung để phục vụ cộng đồng.
The students are focusing on serving the community.
Here, 'phục' is part of 'phục vụ', meaning 'to serve', showcasing an action of aiding or helping.
Anh ấy mặc bộ đồ lê phục rất đẹp.
He looks very nice in the traditional uniform.
In this context, 'phục' is part of 'lê phục', referring to traditional or formal clothing, describing attire.
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