/lɪˈʤɪtɪmaɪzˈ/ – Verb
Definition: chính thống hóa, hợp thức hóa, hợp pháp hóa.
A more thorough explanation: To legitimize means to make something lawful, acceptable, or valid according to the law or established rules. It involves giving official approval or recognition to something that was previously considered illegitimate or unauthorized.
Example: The new law was passed to legitimize the use of electronic signatures in contracts.