bò cạp
[ʔɓɔ˨˩ kaːp̚˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) alternative form of bọ cạp (“scorpion”)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) shivering (from cold with teeth clattering); trembling
Where it’s used:
Used
Miền Nam · Southern Vietnam
• Wiktionary labels this sense “Southern”
Common questions
What does “bò cạp” mean?
(noun) alternative form of bọ cạp (“scorpion”)
Is “bò cạp” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.