cưu mang
[kiw˧˧ maːŋ˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to help someone in desperate times; to take someone under one's wing
Register: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to bear children; to be pregnant
Register: formal
Equivalents & related
Common questions
What does “cưu mang” mean?
(verb) to help someone in desperate times; to take someone under one's wing
Is “cưu mang” formal or informal?
cưu mang is generally formal.
What is the closest equivalent?
“under one's wing” (English) — near equivalent.