Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

dăm ba

[zam˧˧ ʔɓaː˧˧]

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Meaning · English

(noun) a few, often at least three

NounRegister: informal

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

Vội gì ? Cứ chờ dăm/năm ba hôm nữa.Why the rush? Just wait a couple more days.

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Common questions

What does “dăm ba” mean?

(noun) a few, often at least three

Is “dăm ba” formal or informal?

dăm ba is generally informal.

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