cầu viện
[kəw˨˩ viən˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to request aid
Register: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to seek reinforcements
Register: formal
Common questions
What does “cầu viện” mean?
(verb) to request aid
Is “cầu viện” formal or informal?
cầu viện is generally formal.