biến
[ʔɓiən˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to turn into; to change into
Register: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Register: formal
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(noun) an emergency
Register: formal
Sense 4
Meaning · English
(noun) clipping of biến số (“variable”)
Register: formal
Common questions
What does “biến” mean?
(verb) to turn into; to change into
Is “biến” formal or informal?
biến is generally formal.