cung kính
[kʊwŋ͡m˧˧ kïŋ˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to be respectful in one's manners; to respect; to be deferential
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “cung kính” mean?
(verb) to be respectful in one's manners; to respect; to be deferential
Is “cung kính” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.