Definition

1. Verb:
   • To inform respectfully; to state or present something with reverence and formality: This is a formal verb used to express the act of conveying information, an opinion, or a report to someone (often a superior, elder, or in a solemn context) with utmost respect and careful consideration.

Usage Examples

• Verb:
  • Tôi xin cẩn bạch với quý vị đại biểu về kết quả cuộc họp. (I respectfully inform the distinguished delegates of the meeting's results.)
  • Anh ấy đã cẩn bạch mọi sự việc với ban giám đốc. (He respectfully reported all matters to the board of directors.)
  • Trong thư, ông ấy cẩn bạch nguyện vọng của mình. (In the letter, he respectfully stated his aspirations.)

Advanced Usage

• "cẩn bạch" in Formal Documents and Speeches: This word is almost exclusively used in very formal, literary, or ceremonial contexts, such as official reports, petitions, formal letters to superiors, or solemn announcements. It conveys a tone of deference and propriety.
  • Phía công ty xin cẩn bạch để quý khách hàng được rõ. (The company respectfully informs for our valued customers' understanding.)

Variants and Related Words

• Bạch (verb): To state, to tell (often used in compound words or classical contexts, carrying a formal tone).
• Trình bày (verb): To present, to explain (general term, less formal and reverent than "cẩn bạch").
• Báo cáo (verb): To report (common in both formal and informal contexts, but lacks the specific nuance of reverence).

Synonyms

• Kính trình (verb): To respectfully present/report (very similar in formality and respect).
• Kính báo (verb): To respectfully inform (slightly less formal than "cẩn bạch" but still polite).
• Trân trọng thông báo (phrase): To solemnly announce.

Notes on Meaning

• Nuance of Respect and Caution: The word "cẩn bạch" combines "cẩn" (careful, prudent) and "bạch" (to state). Therefore, it implies not only respect but also carefulness and thoroughness in the act of informing. It is used when the speaker wishes to show humility and meticulousness towards the listener.
• Limited Modern Usage: In contemporary everyday Vietnamese, this word is rarely used. It is more commonly found in historical texts, formal ceremonies, legal petitions, or extremely polite written correspondence.

verb

1. To inform respectfully