làm chủ

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The Vietnamese phrase "làm chủ" translates to "to own" or "to have ownership" in English. It consists of two parts: "làm," which means "to do" or "to make," and "chủ," which means "owner" or "master." Together, they convey the idea of having control or authority over something.

Usage Instructions:

• Basic Use: You can use "làm chủ" when you want to express that you own something, whether it’s a physical item, a business, or even a skill.
• Context: It can be used in both formal and informal situations, but it's often more common in discussions about ownership or mastery.

Examples:

1. Basic Example:

   • "Tôi làm chủ một cửa hàng." (I own a store.)

2. Skill Mastery Example:

   • "Tôi đang cố gắng làm chủ tiếng Việt." (I am trying to master Vietnamese.)

Advanced Usage:

• In Business Context: "Làm chủ" is often used to refer to being in charge of a business or project.

  • Example: "Anh ấy là người làm chủ của công ty này." (He is the owner of this company.)

• In Personal Development: It can also refer to mastering personal skills or emotions.

  • Example: "Chúng ta cần làm chủ cảm xúc của mình." (We need to master our emotions.)

Word Variants:

• Làm chủ động: This phrase means "to take initiative" or "to take charge."
• Làm chủ bản thân: This means "to master oneself" or "to have self-control."

Different Meanings:

While "làm chủ" primarily means "to own" or "to have control," it can also imply a sense of responsibility or authority over something, such as a project or situation.

Synonyms:

• Sở hữu: This means "to possess" or "to own."
• Quản lý: This means "to manage" or "to oversee," often used in a business or organizational context.
• Kiểm soát: This means "to control," which can also fit into contexts where you have authority over a situation.

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verb

1. to own, to hold the ownesship