để nguyên
[ʔɗe˧˩ ŋwiən˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) to leave something as it is; to let something remain as it is; to keep something intact; to leave something alone
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Khi làm món rau trộn ta để nguyên từng loại rau.When making mixed salad, one leaves each of the vegetables (in the salad) in their original state (i.e. without blending them and such).
Bài của anh hay đấy, cứ để nguyên chứ đừng sửa gì nữa!Your article is good, leave it as is and don't change a word of it!
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Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “để nguyên” mean?
(noun) to leave something as it is; to let something remain as it is; to keep something intact; to leave something alone
Is “để nguyên” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.