biển thủ
[ʔɓiən˧˩ tʰu˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to embezzle, or to defalcate
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Cái tội biển thủ công quỹ không thể dung tha.We can't put up with the blame to defalcate public funds.
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 “biển thủ” mean?
(verb) to embezzle, or to defalcate
Is “biển thủ” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.