sự
thing
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Same spelling：sứ
Meaning
- thing (often used as a prefix or in an abstract sense)
Examples
Sự thật luôn quan trọng.
Facts are always important.
Anh ấy kể về sự việc hôm qua.
He talked about what happened yesterday.
Synonyms
These Vietnamese words all mean "thing", but differ in register and usage.
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FAQ
How do you say "thing" in Vietnamese?
"thing" is sự in Vietnamese.
What does sự mean in English?
sự means "thing" (noun). thing (often used as a prefix or in an abstract sense).
How is sự pronounced?
You can listen to sự on this page in both Northern and Southern Vietnamese accents.
How is sự used in a sentence?
For example: Sự thật luôn quan trọng. (Facts are always important.); Anh ấy kể về sự việc hôm qua. (He talked about what happened yesterday.).
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