The Vietnamese word "bát phẩm" (literally translates to "eight grades") refers to the "eight ranks" or "eight grades" used in the context of civil servant classifications in Vietnam. This term is often associated with the bureaucratic system and describes the levels of civil service positions, particularly in relation to their responsibilities and pay scales.
While "bát phẩm" primarily refers to the civil service ranks, in some contexts, it may also be used metaphorically to describe a ranking system in other organizations or institutions, though this is less common.