dứa
[zɨə˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
A pineapple — the Northern word; Southerners say thơm or khóm.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Quả dứa — từ miền Bắc; trong Nam gọi là thơm hoặc khóm.
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Miền Bắc · Northern Vietnam
Examples
Mua giúp em quả dứa nhé.Please buy me a pineapple.
Mẹ mua quả dứa về nấu bát canh chua.Mom bought a pineapple to cook a pot of sour soup.
Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)
Sources & notes
Local usage: Thơm and khóm are common regional alternatives, especially in southern Vietnam. [contributed-collins-enriched]
Equivalents & related
Common questions
What does “dứa” mean?
A pineapple — the Northern word; Southerners say thơm or khóm.
Is “dứa” 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?
“thơm” (Tiếng Việt) — same meaning · other region.