chết nhát

[t͡ɕet̚˧˦ ɲaːt̚˧˦]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

(noun) bacterial wilt (an illness for vegetation, typically caused by Ralstonia solanacearum, formerly Pseudomonas)

Register: informal

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

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Sense 2

Meaning · English

(adjective) awfully cowardly; terribly spineless; extremely gutless

Register: informal

Common questions

What does “chết nhát” mean?

(noun) bacterial wilt (an illness for vegetation, typically caused by Ralstonia solanacearum, formerly Pseudomonas)

Is “chết nhát” formal or informal?

chết nhát is generally informal.