canh tân
[kajŋ̟˧˧ tən˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to renovate; to modernise; to reform (politics, society, etc.)
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
On January 25, 1959, having just been elected, John XXIII took the Roman Curia by surprise by announcing his project for the aggiornamento of the Church.65 yrs ago, John XXIII announced the Second Vatican Council
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “canh tân” mean?
(verb) to renovate; to modernise; to reform (politics, society, etc.)
Is “canh tân” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.