bơ phờ
[ʔɓəː˧˧ fəː˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) haggard; disheveled; looking tired
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Thức đêm mấy ngày mà trông nó bơ phờ hẳn.He looks worn out after staying up late for a few days.
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 “bơ phờ” mean?
(adjective) haggard; disheveled; looking tired
Is “bơ phờ” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.