ắt
[ʔat̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adverb) certainly, surely
AdverbRegister: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Không có việc gì khó;
Chỉ sợ lòng không bền.
Đào núi và lấp biển,
Quyết chí ắt làm nên.No task is hard;
Fear only an unenduring heart!
Undermining mountains and filling up seas,
Determination will surely guarantee success.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “ắt” mean?
(adverb) certainly, surely
Is “ắt” formal or informal?
ắt is generally formal.