bạc

/ɓâːk/
nounIntermediate
formal

Silver (the precious metal)

Bạc là kim loại quý được sử dụng rộng rãi trong công nghiệp và trang sức.

Silver is a precious metal widely used in industry and jewelry.

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Often used in contexts related to jewelry, finance, or metallurgy.

informal

Money, wealth, or financial resources

Anh ấy có nhiều bạc nên sống rất thoải mái.

He has a lot of money, so he lives very comfortably.

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In informal contexts, 'bạc' can refer to money or wealth.

Collocations

bạc mạplated silverbạc trắngpure silverbạc thôraw silver

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

ăn bạcphrase
to earn money
bạc tayphrase
to give money

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

Always consider the context when using 'bạc.' In formal settings, it refers to the metal, while in casual conversation, it often means money.

Gold Rule

Formal vs. Informal

In formal writing or professional contexts, use 'bạc' to refer to the metal. In everyday speech, it can mean money.

📖Word Origin

From Sino-Vietnamese 銀 (ngân), meaning 'silver.'

📝Usage Notes

In Vietnamese, 'bạc' can refer to both the metal and money, depending on context. In formal contexts, it strictly means the metal, while in informal speech, it often means money.

Word Breakdown

bạc
silver or money
root
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