ẻo lả

[ʔɛw˧˩ laː˧˩]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

(adjective) weak (from lack of strength); puny; feeble

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

yếu do thiếu sức mạnh

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Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes

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Sense 2

Meaning · English

(adjective) graceful; slender; delicate

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

mảnh mai; thanh mảnh; tinh tế

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Common questions

What does “ẻo lả” mean?

(adjective) weak (from lack of strength); puny; feeble

Is “ẻo lả” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.