bén gót
[ʔɓɛn˧˦ ɣɔt̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to chase
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
bén gót theo địchto chase after one's enemy
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 ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to catch up with
Examples
Cứ lười thì đừng mơ bén gót chúng nó!You wouldn't stand a chance to catch up with your friends if you're just a lazybutt.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “bén gót” mean?
(verb) to chase
Is “bén gót” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.