áo bà ba
[ʔaːw˧˦ ʔɓaː˨˩ ʔɓaː˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) an ao ba ba, a traditional southern Vietnamese garment consisting of a long-sleeved, button-down silk shirt split at the waist with a scooped neck, paired with silk pants.
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “áo bà ba” mean?
(noun) an ao ba ba, a traditional southern Vietnamese garment consisting of a long-sleeved, button-down silk shirt split at the waist with a scooped neck, paired with silk pants.
Is “áo bà ba” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.