chết sống
[t͡ɕet̚˧˦ səwŋ͡m˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) death and life (generally)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adverb) at all costs; no matter what; by any means (regardless of the consequences)
Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
by any means
using every possible method to achieve something
English
Near equivalent
hết lẽ
(adverb) by any means (reasonable)
Tiếng Việt · via by any means
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Common questions
What does “chết sống” mean?
(noun) death and life (generally)
Is “chết sống” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“by any means” (English) — near equivalent.