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kềm

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The Vietnamese word "kềm" is a noun that means "pincers" or "pliers" in English. Pincers are tools used to grip, twist, or cut objects. They typically have two handles and a pivot point that allows you to apply force to the ends, making it easier to hold or manipulate items.

Usage Instructions:
  • "Kềm" is often used in contexts related to construction, repairs, or crafts where gripping and manipulating materials is necessary.
Example:
  • "Tôi cần một cái kềm để sửa cái xe đạp." (Translation: "I need a pair of pliers to fix the bicycle.")
Advanced Usage:
  • You may encounter "kềm" in more technical discussions, such as in engineering or carpentry, where specific types of pincers or pliers are used for various tasks.
Word Variants:
  • "Kềm" can have different forms depending on the context, but it generally remains "kềm" when referring to the tool.
  • It can also be used in compound nouns or phrases, such as "kềm cắt" (cutting pliers) or "kềm mỏ nhọn" (needle-nose pliers).
Different Meanings:
  • In some contexts, "kềm" can also refer to the action of clamping something tightly. For example, "kềm chặt" means to clamp tightly.
Synonyms:
  • A synonym for "kềm" in Vietnamese is "kẹp," which can also mean clamp or grip but may refer to different types of tools or holding devices.
noun
  1. pincers

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