canh cánh
[kajŋ̟˧˧ kajŋ̟˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) obsessed, haunting
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Tuy nhiên, điều Luisa canh cánh không yên là cô không còn sinh nở được.However, what haunted Luisa was that she could not conceive anymore.
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 ↗
Common questions
What does “canh cánh” mean?
(adjective) obsessed, haunting
Is “canh cánh” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.