ăn chặn

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The Vietnamese word "ăn chặn" is a verb that means "to appropriate" or "to embezzle." It refers to the act of illegally taking or stealing something that does not belong to you, often in a dishonest manner. This term is commonly used in contexts involving money, resources, or benefits.

Usage Instructions:

• "Ăn chặn" is typically used in discussions about theft, corruption, or dishonesty, especially in relation to funds or pensions.
• It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but is often seen in news reports, legal discussions, or conversations about ethics.

Example:

• Sentence: "Chúng dám ăn chặn lương hưu của nhiều cựu chiến binh."
• Translation: "They dared to appropriate part of many war veterans' retirement pensions."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced discussions, "ăn chặn" can also be used metaphorically to describe situations where someone takes advantage of others or unfairly benefits from a system, not just in monetary terms.

Word Variants:

• Noun form: "sự ăn chặn" - This means "the act of appropriating" or "embezzlement."
• Adjective form: "ăn chặn" can sometimes be used to describe something as "taken" or "appropriated."

Different Meanings:

While "ăn chặn" generally conveys the idea of taking something unlawfully, in a broader sense, it may also be used in contexts where someone is seen as unfairly taking or using resources, even if not strictly illegal.

Synonyms:

• Tham ô - embezzlement or misappropriation, often used in a legal context.
• Lừa đảo - fraud or deception, which has a broader meaning but can overlap in context.

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verb

1. To appropriate part of
   • chúng dám ăn chặn lương hưu của nhiều cựu chiến binh
     they dared appropriate part of many war veterans' retirement pension