ai oán
[ʔaːj˧˧ ʔwaːn˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) tragic and hateful
AdjectiveRegister: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Tiếng lòng ai oán biết tỏ lòng aiThe voice of hatred now is nowhere to be voiced.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “ai oán” mean?
(adjective) tragic and hateful
Is “ai oán” formal or informal?
ai oán is generally formal.