cốc
[kəwk͡p̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
A drinking glass or tumbler — the Northern word; Southerners say ly.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Đồ đựng nước uống bằng thủy tinh — từ miền Bắc; trong Nam gọi là ly.
Where it’s used:
Used
Miền Bắc · Northern Vietnam
Examples
Cốc này bị mẻ rồi.This cup is chipped.
Rót cho anh cốc nước vối cho đỡ khát.Pour me a glass of vối tea to quench the thirst.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Local usage: In southern Vietnam, ly is commonly used for a cup or glass. [contributed-collins-enriched]
Equivalents & related
Common questions
What does “cốc” mean?
A drinking glass or tumbler — the Northern word; Southerners say ly.
Is “cốc” 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?
“ly” (Tiếng Việt) — same meaning · other region.