chân tướng
[t͡ɕən˧˧ tɨəŋ˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) the exposed truth about something or someone, especially something or someone bad
NounConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
vạch trần chân tướng kẻ thủ ácto expose the identity of the culprit
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 “chân tướng” mean?
(noun) the exposed truth about something or someone, especially something or someone bad
Is “chân tướng” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.