Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

căng cắc

[kaŋ˧˧ kak̚˧˦] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(adjective) Used to imitate the sounds of hard, brittle objects being broken repeatedly: cracking, snapping, crunching continuously

Adjective

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

nhai xương căng cắcto chew bones with a (loud) crunch

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Common questions

What does “căng cắc” mean?

(adjective) Used to imitate the sounds of hard, brittle objects being broken repeatedly: cracking, snapping, crunching continuously

Is “căng cắc” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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