biện minh
[ʔɓiən˧˨ʔ mïŋ˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to make an excuse, to try to justify one's misconduct
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Đừng có mà gân cổ biện minh.Don't try to make any excuse [for yourself].
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 ↗
Common questions
What does “biện minh” mean?
(verb) to make an excuse, to try to justify one's misconduct
Is “biện minh” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.