/ˈsɜːrəɡət ˈpɛrənt/ – Phrase
Definition: người thay thế cha, người thay thế mẹ.
A more thorough explanation: A surrogate parent is an individual appointed by a court or agency to act as a temporary guardian for a child who is in need of protection or care due to the absence, incapacity, or unavailability of the child’s biological or legal parents. The surrogate parent is responsible for making decisions regarding the child’s welfare and best interests until a permanent arrangement can be made.
Example: The surrogate parent was granted legal guardianship of the child until a permanent placement could be arranged.