giả kim
[zaː˧˩ kim˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to practice alchemy
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Thuật giả kim.The art of alchemy.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to be treated with alchemy
Examples
Đá giả kim.Stones that was made to look like metals.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “giả kim” mean?
(verb) to practice alchemy
Is “giả kim” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.