áo dài

[ʔaːw˧˦ zaːj˨˩]

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

Meaning · English

(noun) ao dai

Noun

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

Examples

𨉓黙丐襖𨱽𦥃𨃴I am wearing an áo dài that reaches my heels.
Chị ấy mặc áo dài xanh rất đẹp.She looks beautiful in a blue áo dài.

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 ↗ Local usage: A fitted tunic worn over trousers, rather than simply a long dress. [contributed-collins-enriched]

Common questions

What does “áo dài” mean?

(noun) ao dai

Is “áo dài” formal or informal?

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