chủ quán
Anh ấy là chủ quán cà phê này.
He is the owner of this café.
A person who owns and operates a small establishment, such as a café, restaurant, or shop.
Chủ quán quyết định thay đổi thực đơn mỗi mùa.
The owner decides to change the menu every season.
Cô ấy là chủ quán sách nổi tiếng ở phố cổ.
She is the owner of a famous bookstore in the old quarter.
Commonly used for small-scale businesses like cafés, restaurants, or local shops. Not typically used for large corporations or chain stores.
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Usage in context
Use 'chủ quán' when referring to the owner of a small, often family-run business. For larger businesses, 'chủ doanh nghiệp' (business owner) or 'giám đốc' (director) is more appropriate.
Word Origin
Combination of 'chủ' (owner) and 'quán' (establishment, shop). 'Chủ' derives from Sino-Vietnamese '主' (master, owner), while 'quán' comes from '館' (hall, shop) in Sino-Vietnamese.
Usage Notes
Used in both urban and rural contexts. Often implies a hands-on role in managing the business. In formal contexts, 'chủ doanh nghiệp' (business owner) may be preferred for larger enterprises.