bốp
[ʔɓop̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to tell straight in someone's face; to snap; to tell off
Register: vulgar
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
nổi cáu, bốp luôn mấy câuto get angry and snap a few harsh remarks
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) having a popping, slapping or smacking sound
Register: vulgar
Examples
tát bốp vào mặta loud slap on the face
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(adjective) dressed to the nines; sharp; well-groomed
Register: vulgar
Examples
diện thật bốpto dress very sharp
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “bốp” mean?
(verb) to tell straight in someone's face; to snap; to tell off
Is “bốp” formal or informal?
bốp is generally vulgar.