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chuyền

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Meaning · English

(verb) to pass to, usually by tossing, throwing, kicking, etc.

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

chuyền bóngto pass the ball to

Khỉ chuyền từ cành này sang cành nọ.The monkey passes from one branch to another.

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Meaning · English

(verb) a game that involves tossing balls

chơi chuyềnto play this game

hòn chuyềnany ball (usually tennis ball) involved in the game

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What does “chuyền” mean?

(verb) to pass to, usually by tossing, throwing, kicking, etc.

Is “chuyền” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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