chế

chế

The Vietnamese word "chế" can mean "to make," "to create," "to modify," or "to mock," depending on the context.

Here, 'chế' is part of the compound verb 'chế biến,' which means 'to process' or 'to transform.' It is used to describe the act of processing ingredients.

Chế biến các nguyên liệu thành món ăn ngon.

Transform the ingredients into delicious dishes.

In this context, 'chế' is used as part of 'chế ra,' meaning 'to create' or 'to invent,' indicating the process of designing or producing something new.

Chế ra một thiết bị hữu ích cho cộng đồng.

Invent a useful device for the community.

Here, 'chế' means 'to process' or 'to extract,' referring to the method of producing oil from plant-based materials.

Ngày xưa, người ta hay chế dầu từ thực vật.

In the past, people often processed oil from plants.