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cần trục

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The Vietnamese word "cần trục" refers to a "crane," which is a type of machine used for lifting and moving heavy objects. It is commonly used in construction sites, warehouses, and docks to help lift materials like steel beams, bricks, or containers.

Usage Instructions:
  • "Cần trục" is used when talking about construction, engineering, or any situation where heavy lifting is involved.
  • It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Example:
  • "Cần trục đang nâng một tòa nhà lên." (The crane is lifting a building.)
Advanced Usage:

In more technical contexts, "cần trục" can refer to different types of cranes, such as: - "cần trục di động" (mobile crane) - "cần trục cố định" (fixed crane) - "cần trục tháp" (tower crane)

Word Variants:
  • "cần cẩu" is another term that can be used interchangeably with "cần trục." Both mean the same thing and can be used in similar contexts.
Different Meaning:

While "cần trục" primarily refers to a mechanical crane, in some contexts, it could also metaphorically refer to something that supports or lifts in a more abstract way, but this usage is less common.

Synonyms:
  • "cần cẩu" (crane)
  • "máy nâng" (lifting machine)
  • "máy xúc" (excavator) - though this refers to a different type of heavy machinery, it’s often used in the same contexts.
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