gang tấc
[ɣaːŋ˧˧ tək̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) the nick of time
NounRegister: formal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
thoát chết trong gang tấcto get saved in the nick of time
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “gang tấc” mean?
(noun) the nick of time
Is “gang tấc” formal or informal?
gang tấc is generally formal.