khép
[xɛp̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to close but not locked or secured
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
khép hờto leave ajar
khép cửato close a door
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Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to stop discuss, communicate or think about something, but not completely forget about it
Examples
ý nghĩ khép lạithe thought ends
Chương trình chúng tôi xin khép lại tại đây.Our program ends here.
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Sense 3
Meaning · English
(verb) to condemn
Examples
khép án chung thân; khép tội chung thânto bear a life sentence.
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Common questions
What does “khép” mean?
(verb) to close but not locked or secured
Is “khép” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.