gáy
[ɣaj˧˦]
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) nape
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) spine, back
Register: informal
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(verb) to crow; (of a bird) to pipe
Register: informal
Sense 4
Meaning · English
(verb) to sing, to chirp
Register: informal
Common questions
What does “gáy” mean?
(noun) nape
Is “gáy” formal or informal?
gáy is generally informal.