cán

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The Vietnamese word "cán" has several meanings and uses, both as a noun and a verb. Here’s a breakdown to help you understand it better:

Noun Meaning

1. Handle or Staff:
   • In this context, "cán" refers to the part of an object that you hold or grip.
   • Examples:

Verb Meaning

1. To Roll or Laminate:
   • As a verb, "cán" means to roll something out into thin layers or to laminate materials.
   • Examples:

Advanced Usage

• In more advanced contexts, "cán" can refer to various technical processes, particularly in manufacturing or cooking, where rolling or laminating is involved.

Word Variants

• "Cán" can have variations in other forms or compounds, depending on the context, such as:
  • cán bộ: which means "staff member" or "official."
  • cán đích: which can refer to "crossing the finish line" in a race.

Different Meanings

• Beyond physical handles, "cán" can also imply control or leadership in certain idiomatic expressions, such as "cán bộ" (staff or officials) who have authority or manage others.

Synonyms

• For the noun meaning (handle), synonyms include:
  • tay cầm: which also means "handle."
• For the verb meaning (to roll), synonyms include:
  • làm mỏng: which means "to make thin."

Usage Instructions

• Use "cán" when referring to the handle of objects or when talking about the action of rolling or laminating materials. It's important to understand the context to use the correct meaning.

Examples in Sentences

1. Noun: "Tôi cần mua một cái cán gáo mới." (I need to buy a new scoop's handle.) 2.

Academic

noun

1. Handle, staff
   • cán gáo
     a scoop's handle
   • cán cờ
     a flagstaff
   • tra lưỡi cuốc vào cán
     to fit a hoe blade into its handle
2. Flower-stalk

verb

1. To roll into thin layers, to laminate
   • cán bột thành từng lá mỏng
     to roll dough into thin layers
   • cán thép
     to laminate steel
2. To gin
   • cán bông