chiến khu
[t͡ɕiən˧˦ xu˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) a warzone; theater of operations
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) an administrative unit during the resistance (similar to a province)
Common questions
What does “chiến khu” mean?
(noun) a warzone; theater of operations
Is “chiến khu” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.