ăn thua
[ʔan˧˧ tʰuə˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adjective) effective
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to directly confront; to face against
Register: informal
Common questions
What does “ăn thua” mean?
(adjective) effective
Is “ăn thua” formal or informal?
ăn thua is generally informal.