No. 176 in Vietnamese
tấn
The Vietnamese word "tấn" means "ton" (a unit of weight) or "a large quantity."
In a sentence
Xe tải này chở được 5 tấn hàng.
This truck can carry 5 tons of goods.
In this sentence, 'tấn' indicates a unit of weight equivalent to 1000 kilograms.
Tình huống diễn ra mang tính tấn công bất ngờ.
The situation unfolded in a surprise attack mode.
Here, 'tấn' is part of the word 'tấn công,' meaning 'attack' as a noun, emphasizing aggressiveness or an assault.
Bầu trời tối lại, như báo hiệu một cơn mưa lớn sắp tấn tới.
The sky darkened, as if signaling a coming heavy rain.
In this context, 'tấn' is used in the word 'tấn tới,' which means 'to advance vigorously,' depicting an intense or dynamic action.
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