bóc trần
[ʔɓawk͡p̚˧˦ t͡ɕən˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to unveil, to expose, to bring to light (e.g. a hidden evil)
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Âm mưu bị bóc trần.The plot was exposed.
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 ↗
Equivalents & related
Common questions
What does “bóc trần” mean?
(verb) to unveil, to expose, to bring to light (e.g. a hidden evil)
Is “bóc trần” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“bring to light” (English) — near equivalent.