cải lương
[kaːj˧˩ lɨəŋ˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) kind of folk musical theater originated from southern Vietnam ("reformed theatre")
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
loại kịch nhạc dân gian xuất xứ từ miền nam Việt Nam
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Sense 3
Meaning · English
(verb) to improve; to reform
Common questions
What does “cải lương” mean?
(noun) reform
Is “cải lương” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.