/ˈæɡrəˌveɪtɪŋ ˈsɜːrkəmstəns/ – Phrase
Definition: tình tiết tăng nặng.
A more thorough explanation: Aggravating circumstance refers to a fact or situation that increases the severity or culpability of a crime or offense. It is a factor that may be considered by a court during sentencing to justify a harsher punishment.
Example: The defendant’s prior criminal record was considered an aggravating circumstance during sentencing.