ám chỉ

[ʔaːm˧˦ t͡ɕi˧˩]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

(verb) to allude (to); to refer (to)

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes

Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗

Sense 2

Meaning · English

(verb) to imply; to insinuate

Common questions

What does “ám chỉ” mean?

(verb) to allude (to); to refer (to)

Is “ám chỉ” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.