dập dềnh
[zəp̚˧˨ʔ zəjŋ̟˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) bobbing (moving gently and vertically, in either a single motion or repeatedly up and down, at or near the surface of a body of water, or similar medium)
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “dập dềnh” mean?
(adjective) bobbing (moving gently and vertically, in either a single motion or repeatedly up and down, at or near the surface of a body of water, or similar medium)
Is “dập dềnh” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.