The Vietnamese word "chế tác" is a verb that means "to create" or "to invent." It is often used when talking about making something new, especially in the context of art, crafts, or design.
Tôi thích chế tác đồ thủ công.
(I like to create handmade crafts.)
Họ đã chế tác một bức tượng từ đá.
(They created a statue from stone.)
While "chế tác" primarily means to create or invent, it can also imply the craftsmanship involved in the creation, highlighting the skill used in the process.