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.