chấm dứt
[t͡ɕəm˧˦ zɨt̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to end; to terminate; to put an end to
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
put an end to
Recognized English idiom; full definition pending editorial review.
English
Near equivalent
thanh toán
(verb) to put an end to; to finish
Tiếng Việt · via put an end to
Near equivalent
kết liễu
(verb) to put an end to; to end
Tiếng Việt · via put an end to
Near equivalent
dứt điểm
(verb) to put an end to
Tiếng Việt · via put an end to
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Common questions
What does “chấm dứt” mean?
(verb) to end; to terminate; to put an end to
Is “chấm dứt” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“put an end to” (English) — near equivalent.