This is the 176th most frequent Vietnamese word.
tấn
The Vietnamese word "tấn" means "ton" (a unit of weight) or "a large quantity."
In this sentence, 'tấn' indicates a unit of weight equivalent to 1000 kilograms.
Xe tải này chở được 5 tấn hàng.
This truck can carry 5 tons of goods.
In this context, 'tấn' is used in the word 'tấn tới,' which means 'to advance vigorously,' depicting an intense or dynamic action.
Bầu trời tối lại, như báo hiệu một cơn mưa lớn sắp tấn tới.
The sky darkened, as if signaling a coming heavy rain.
Here, 'tấn' is part of the word 'tấn công,' meaning 'attack' as a noun, emphasizing aggressiveness or an assault.