bản lề
[ʔɓaːn˧˩ le˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) hinge (device for the pivoting of a door)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) of pivotal importance
Examples
năm bản lềpivotal year
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “bản lề” mean?
(noun) hinge (device for the pivoting of a door)
Is “bản lề” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.