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kiêm

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The Vietnamese word "kiêm" is a verb that generally means to hold or to bear multiple roles or positions at the same time. It is often used in a context where someone has several responsibilities, jobs, or titles.

Usage Instructions
  • "Kiêm" is usually used in formal contexts, particularly when talking about jobs, official titles, or responsibilities.
  • You can use "kiêm" when you want to express that someone is performing more than one role.
Example
  • Sentence: "Ông ấy kiêm nhiều chức vụ trong công ty."
    • Translation: "He holds multiple positions in the company."
Advanced Usage

In more advanced contexts, "kiêm" can be used to describe the act of managing or balancing multiple responsibilities effectively. It can also imply a level of proficiency in each role held.

Word Variants
  • "Kiêm nhiệm": This phrase is often used to refer to someone who is appointed to a position temporarily or in addition to their main role.
  • "Kiêm chức": Similar to "kiêm nhiệm," this refers specifically to holding multiple titles or offices.
Different Meanings

While "kiêm" primarily refers to holding multiple roles, it can also imply a sense of multitasking or managing responsibilities simultaneously.

Synonyms
  • Đảm nhiệm: This means to take charge or to be responsible for a task or role.
  • Giữ: This means to keep or to hold, but it is less specific to multiple roles.
verb
  1. to hold
    • kiêm nhiều chức vụ
      to hold a plurity of offices

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