bóc tem
[ʔɓawk͡p̚˧˦ tɛm˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to remove a stamp or warranty sticker
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to have sex for the first time; to lose virginity
Register: informal
Examples
Thằng đó hên thiệt! Hè này tao cũng phải bóc tem mới được!What a lucky bastard! I gotta lose my virginity this summer too!
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “bóc tem” mean?
(verb) to remove a stamp or warranty sticker
Is “bóc tem” formal or informal?
bóc tem is generally informal.