chụp ảnh
[t͡ɕup̚˧˨ʔ ʔajŋ̟˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to take a picture
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Để mình chụp một tấm ảnh trước nhé.Let me take a photo first.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗ Local usage: Use “chụp ảnh tự sướng” specifically for taking a selfie. [contributed-collins-enriched]
Equivalents & related
Common questions
What does “chụp ảnh” mean?
(verb) to take a picture
Is “chụp ảnh” 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?
“take a picture” (English) — near equivalent.