nhận

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The Vietnamese word "nhận" is a versatile verb with several meanings and usages. Here’s a breakdown to help you understand it better:

Basic Meanings:

1. To Accept / To Agree:

   • "Nhận" can mean to agree to something or accept a condition.
   • Example: "Tôi nhận những điều kiện của anh." (I agree to your conditions.)

2. To Receive / To Get:

   • It also means to receive something.
   • Example: "Anh nhận được thư hồi nào?" (When did you receive the letter?)

3. To Acknowledge / To Admit:

   • "Nhận" can mean to acknowledge or admit something.
   • Example: "Cô ta nhận lỗi của cô ta." (She acknowledges her mistake.)

4. To Set / To Chase:

   • In a more specific context, it can refer to setting something in place.
   • Example: "Chiếc nhẫn nhận kim cương." (A ring set with diamonds.)

5. To Press:

   • It can also mean to press on something.
   • Example: "Nhận ngón tay lên vết thương." (To press one's finger on a wound.)

Usage Instructions:

• Contextual Understanding: Depending on the context, "nhận" can take on different meanings. Always consider what is being discussed to choose the correct interpretation.
• Formality: The word "nhận" is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal conversations.

Advanced Usage:

• In more advanced contexts, "nhận" can be used in phrases to express a deeper understanding or acceptance of a situation, such as "nhận thức" (to realize or be aware of something).

Word Variants:

• Nhận thức: Awareness or understanding.
• Nhận xét: To comment or assess something.
• Nhận định: To evaluate or make a judgment.

Different Meanings:

• The meaning of "nhận" can change based on its collocations (the words it is combined with). For instance, "nhận hàng" means to receive goods, whereas "nhận lời" means to agree or accept an invitation.

Synonyms:

• Chấp nhận: To accept (more formal).
• Tiếp nhận: To receive (often used in formal contexts).
• Thừa nhận: To acknowledge or admit.

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verb

1. to agree ; to accept; to acquiesce
   • tôi nhận những điều kiện của anh
     I agree to your conditions
2. To get; to receive
   • anh nhận được thư hồi nào?
     When did you receive the letter? to acknowledge, to admit, to recognize
   • cô ta nhận lỗi của cô ta
     She acknowledges her mistake. to set; to chase
   • chiếc nhẫn nhận kim cương
     a ring set with diamon. to press
   • nhận ngón tay lên vết thương
     to press one's finger on a wound