Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

cùng cực

[kʊwŋ͡m˨˩ kɨk̚˧˨ʔ]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

(adjective) at the extreme state of something bad

Adjective

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

gian khổ cùng cựcthe extreme hardship

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Sources & notes

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Common questions

What does “cùng cực” mean?

(adjective) at the extreme state of something bad

Is “cùng cực” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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