hàm

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The Vietnamese word "hàm" has several meanings and uses. Here’s a detailed explanation for you:

Basic Meaning:

1. Jaw (xương hàm): In this context, "hàm" refers to the jawbone in the human body. It is the part of the face that holds the teeth and allows for chewing.

   • Example: "Hàm của tôi bị đau khi tôi nhai." (My jaw hurts when I chew.)

2. Honorary Title (chức hàm): Here, "hàm" refers to a title or position that someone holds, often in an academic or formal context, which is given as a mark of respect or honor.

   • Example: "Ông ấy có chức hàm giáo sư." (He holds the honorary title of professor.)

Usage Instructions:

• When using "hàm" to refer to the jaw, it can be used in both formal and informal contexts, often in discussions about health or anatomy.
• When referring to an honorary title, it is more common in formal writing or discussions about academic or professional qualifications.

Advanced Usage:

• In medical contexts, "hàm" can be used to discuss specific dental or orthodontic issues.
• The phrase "hàm răng" refers specifically to the teeth within the jaw.
  • Example: "Bác sĩ khám hàm răng của tôi." (The doctor examined my teeth.)

Word Variants:

• Hàm dưới: Refers to the lower jaw.
• Hàm trên: Refers to the upper jaw.
• Hàm lượng: Used in scientific contexts to refer to the quantity or amount of something (like concentration).

Different Meanings:

• In mathematics, "hàm" can mean "function," referring to a mathematical formula or relationship.
  • Example: "Hàm số này rất phức tạp." (This function is very complex.)

Synonyms:

• For "jaw":
  • Xương hàm: Jawbone.
• For "honorary title":
  • Chức vụ: Position or title that may not necessarily carry authority.
  • Danh hiệu: Honorary title, often used in sports or competitions.

Academic

noun

1. jaw
   • xương hàm jawbone

noun

1. honolary
   • chức hàm
     honorary title