an dưỡng
[ʔaːn˧˧ zɨəŋ˦ˀ˥]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to rest and recuperate; to foster and recover one's strength
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Bị thương, đi bệnh viện, đi an dưỡng (Nguyễn Khải).Be injured, go to the hospital, go and get some rest.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “an dưỡng” mean?
(verb) to rest and recuperate; to foster and recover one's strength
Is “an dưỡng” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.