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The Vietnamese word "cam đoan" is a verb that means "to guarantee" or "to assure." It is used when someone wants to express their certainty or commitment about something, often related to truth or reliability.

Usage Instructions:

• "Cam đoan" is used when you want to make a strong promise or assurance about the truth of something.
• It is often followed by a statement or a declaration that you are guaranteeing.

Example:

• "Tôi cam đoan rằng tôi sẽ hoàn thành công việc đúng hạn."
  • Translation: "I guarantee that I will complete the work on time."

Advanced Usage:

• In formal contexts, especially in legal or official declarations, "cam đoan" can be used to emphasize the responsibility one takes for the truthfulness of their statements. For example:
  • "Tôi cam đoan khai đúng sự thật."

Word Variants:

• Cam kết: This is another related term that means "to commit" or "to pledge." While "cam đoan" emphasizes assurance and truth, "cam kết" focuses more on making a commitment.
• Đảm bảo: This means "to ensure" or "to make sure." It can be used similarly in some contexts, but it is less formal than "cam đoan."

Different Meanings:

• While "cam đoan" primarily refers to guaranteeing truthfulness or reliability, it can also be used in contexts where you assure someone of an outcome, such as the success of a project or the quality of a service.

Synonyms:

• Đảm bảo: To ensure or guarantee.

Academic

verb

1. To guarantee, to answer for
   • cam đoan khai đúng sự thật
     to answer for the truthfulness of one's declaration