chạng

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The Vietnamese word "chạng" is a verb that means "to stand astride" or "to straddle." It describes a position where someone stands or sits with their legs spread apart, often to maintain balance or stability.

Usage Instructions:

• "Chạng" is often used when talking about posture, especially in situations where someone needs to keep a steady position.
• It can be applied to both standing and sitting positions.

Examples:

1. Basic Usage:

   • "Chạng hai chân để giữ thế đứng vững vàng."
   • Translation: "Stand astride to keep a steady position."

2. Specific Example:

   • "Ngồi chạng chân trên mình trâu."
   • Translation: "Sit astride on the buffalo's back."

Advanced Usage:

• The word can also be used in more figurative contexts, describing someone who is confidently taking a strong position on an issue or standing firm in their beliefs.

Word Variants:

• Chạng háng: This is a specific phrase that means "to stand widely astride." It emphasizes the wide stance of the legs and can be used in both physical and metaphorical senses.

Different Meanings:

• While "chạng" primarily refers to the physical position of standing or sitting with legs apart, it can also connote a sense of confidence and stability in one's stance on various matters.

Synonyms:

• Some synonyms for "chạng" include:
  • "Đứng" (to stand)
  • "Ngồi" (to sit)
  • "Straddle" (in English, closely relates to "chạng")

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verb

1. To stand astride
   • chạng hai chân để giữ thế đứng vững vàng
     to stand astride to keep in steady position
   • ngồi chạng chân trên mình trâu
     to sit astride on buffalo's back, to ride on a buffalo
   • chạng háng
     to stand widely astride, to straddle