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hợp pháp

hɔp˧˥ faː˧˧

VI

Allowed or recognized by law; legal

Việc kinh doanh này hoàn toàn hợp pháp tại Việt Nam.

This business is completely legal in Vietnam.

Etymology

Composed of two Sino-Vietnamese words: 'hợp' meaning 'conforming to' and 'pháp' meaning 'law', forming a compound adjective in the 18th century to mean 'in accordance with the law'.

Memory Aid

Break the word into 'hợp' (fit) and 'pháp' (law) – it means fitting the requirements of law.

Quick answers

What does hợp pháp mean?

hợp pháp means: Allowed or recognized by law; legal

How do you pronounce hợp pháp?

hợp pháp: hɔp˧˥ faː˧˧

How is hợp pháp used in a sentence?

Việc kinh doanh này hoàn toàn hợp pháp tại Việt Nam.