du di
[zu˧˧ zi˧˧]
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Meaning · English
(verb) to let a mistake or mishap slide
VerbRegister: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Phạm lỗi bao nhiêu lần rồi, du di gì nữa trời?Nope, I can't let this one slide. Do you know how many times has he done goofed?
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Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “du di” mean?
(verb) to let a mistake or mishap slide
Is “du di” formal or informal?
du di is generally informal.