dạn

[zaːn˧˨ʔ]

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

Sense 1

Meaning · English

(adjective) bold; brazen; not shy; not self-conscious

Where it’s used: Used Miền Trung · Central Vietnam Used Miền Nam · Southern Vietnam • Wiktionary labels this sense “Central” • Wiktionary labels this sense “Southern”
Sources & notes

Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗

Sense 2

Meaning · English

(adjective) accustomed to (dangerous situations); inured to; hardened to

Common questions

What does “dạn” mean?

(adjective) bold; brazen; not shy; not self-conscious

Is “dạn” formal or informal?

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