cố ý
[ko˧˦ ʔi˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to do (something) intentionally; to do (something) on purpose
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
tội cố ý làm tráithe crime of deliberately/knowingly/intentionally contravening (the state's regulations, etc.)
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 “cố ý” mean?
(verb) to do (something) intentionally; to do (something) on purpose
Is “cố ý” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.