đánh ghen
[ʔɗajŋ̟˧˦ ɣɛn˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to make a scene out of jealousy
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Vợ cũ chặn xe đánh ghen gây náo loạn.The ex-wife blocks the car and causes chaos in a jealous rage.
𨔍之彼嗇斯豊
𡗶撑涓貝𦟐紅打㭴It’s not strange that beauty may beget misery.
The jealous gods tend to heap spites on rosy-cheeked beauties.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
make a scene
To cause a public disturbance or commotion
English
Near equivalent
ăn vạ
(verb) to make a scene, such as by lying on the floor, in order to indulge one's whim, claim damage, etc.; to throw a tantrum
Tiếng Việt · via make a scene
Near equivalent
la lối
(verb) to yell, scream; to make a scene, make a fuss
Tiếng Việt · via make a scene
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Common questions
What does “đánh ghen” mean?
(verb) to make a scene out of jealousy
Is “đánh ghen” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“make a scene” (English) — near equivalent.