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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.
Often used in contexts related to jewelry, finance, or metallurgy.
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.
In informal contexts, 'bạc' can refer to money or wealth.
Always consider the context when using 'bạc.' In formal settings, it refers to the metal, while in casual conversation, it often means money.
In formal writing or professional contexts, use 'bạc' to refer to the metal. In everyday speech, it can mean money.
From Sino-Vietnamese 銀 (ngân), meaning 'silver.'
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.