bạch thoại
[ʔɓajk̟̚˧˨ʔ tʰwaːj˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) empty words; meaningless talk
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) vernacular Chinese
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(verb) to talk nonsense
Common questions
What does “bạch thoại” mean?
(noun) empty words; meaningless talk
Is “bạch thoại” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.