già lam

[zaː˨˩ laːm˧˧]

Preserved but no longer current.

Meaning · English

(noun) pagoda

NounRegister: formal

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

What does “già lam” mean?

(noun) pagoda

Is “già lam” formal or informal?

già lam is generally formal.