strict

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in Vietnamese Kịp nhặt, nghiêm khắc

BrE /strɪkt/ AmE /strɪkt/

adjective en → vi

1 RULES [attributive, predicative] B1

Kịp nhặt, nghiêm khắc

having or showing a strong belief that rules and laws should always be obeyed, even if this seems unkind or unfair

  • be strict about something
  • be strict with somebody

Collocations strict rules · strict parents

  • The teacher was very strict about punctuality.

    Giáo viên rất nghiêm khắc về vấn đề giờ giấc.

2 LIMITS [attributive, predicative] B1

Ngặt nghèo, chặt chẽ

not allowing any freedom or flexibility; not allowing anything to be done in a different way from the usual one

  • be strict about something
  • be strict with somebody

Collocations strict limits · strict deadlines

  • The company has very strict rules about working hours.

    Công ty có những quy định rất chặt chẽ về giờ làm việc.

1 DISCIPLINE [attributive, predicative] B1

Kịp nhặt, nghiêm khắc

showing or enforcing discipline and rules in a way that is not kind or understanding

  • be strict about something
  • be strict with somebody

Collocations strict discipline · strict punishment

  • The military is known for its strict discipline.

    Lực lượng quân đội nổi tiếng với kỷ luật nghiêm khắc.

2 DISCIPLINE [attributive, predicative] B2

Kịp nhặt, kỷ luật

showing or enforcing rules and discipline in a way that is fair but firm

  • be strict about something
  • be strict with somebody

Collocations strict discipline · strict rules

  • She is a strict but fair teacher.

    Cô ấy là một giáo viên nghiêm khắc nhưng công bằng.