giả thử
[zaː˧˩ tʰɨ˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to suppose (to take for granted)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) supposing (if hypothetically)
Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
take for granted
To assume something is always available or will always happen
English
Near equivalent
giả sử
(verb) to suppose (to take for granted)
Tiếng Việt · via take for granted
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Common questions
What does “giả thử” mean?
(verb) to suppose (to take for granted)
Is “giả thử” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“take for granted” (English) — near equivalent.