giấy khai sanh

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The Vietnamese word "giấy khai sanh" translates to "birth certificate" in English. It is a noun and refers to an official document that records the birth of a person. This document typically includes important information such as the person's name, date of birth, place of birth, and the names of their parents.

Usage Instructions:

• "Giấy khai sanh" is used when discussing legal documents related to one’s birth.
• It is essential for various legal processes, including applying for a passport, registering for school, and proving identity.

Example:

• "Tôi cần mang giấy khai sanh của tôi khi đi đăng ký học." (I need to bring my birth certificate when registering for school.)

Advanced Usage:

• In legal contexts, "giấy khai sanh" may also be referred to when discussing inheritance, citizenship, or family law.
• You might encounter phrases like "cấp giấy khai sanh" (to issue a birth certificate) or "xin giấy khai sanh" (to apply for a birth certificate).

Word Variants:

• "Khai sanh" means "to declare birth," and "giấy" means "paper" or "document." Together, they form the term for the official document.

Different Meanings:

• While "giấy khai sanh" specifically refers to a birth certificate, "giấy" can also refer to various types of documents (like "giấy tờ" for documents in general) or paper.

Synonyms:

• "Giấy chứng sinh" is another term that can sometimes be used interchangeably with "giấy khai sanh," although it more specifically refers to a birth notification issued by a hospital or clinic.

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noun

1. birth-certificate