giã
[zaː˦ˀ˥]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to grind, to crush
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to neutralize
Examples
giã rượuto help with hangover
giã cảmto lessen the cold
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(verb) to bid farewell
Examples
Trong khi đó, thanh niên không bịn rịn. / Giã gia đình, trường học để ra đi. / Họa xâm lăng đe dọa ở biên thùy, / Kêu gọi lính giục lòng trai cứu quốc.Meanwhile, the youth weren't clinging. / Bidding farewell to their families and schools, they departed. / The threat of invasion loomed at the borders, / Calling for soldiers, urging the hearts of men to save the nation.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “giã” mean?
(verb) to grind, to crush
Is “giã” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.