nợ
/nəː˧˨˧/An amount of money or obligation that one person or entity owes to another, typically due to a loan or credit.
Công ty nợ ngân hàng một triệu đồng.
The company owes the bank one million dong.
In Vietnamese, 'nợ' can refer to both financial debt and moral obligations.
A sense of obligation or guilt due to a favor or kindness received.
Em cảm thấy nợ anh vì đã giúp đỡ nhiều.
I feel indebted to you for all your help.
This usage is more common in personal relationships.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
'Nợ' is often used in both formal and informal contexts to refer to financial obligations or moral debts.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
In formal contexts, 'nợ' typically refers to financial debt, while in informal contexts, it can also refer to moral obligations.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the Proto-Vietic root *nəːʔ, meaning 'to owe' or 'to be in debt'.
📝Usage Notes
In Vietnamese, 'nợ' can be used both in financial contexts and to express a sense of moral obligation. It is a common word in everyday speech.