Tiếng Việt · Word Attested 18+

cưỡng bức

[kɨəŋ˦ˀ˥ ʔɓɨk̚˧˦] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(verb) to force; to compel

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

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Meaning · English

(verb) to sexually assault

What does “cưỡng bức” mean?

(verb) to force; to compel

Is “cưỡng bức” formal or informal?

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

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