giáo dưỡng
[zaːw˧˦ zɨəŋ˦ˀ˥]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to teach and bring up (students)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to care for and educate (juvenile offenders in a designated facility); to reform
Common questions
What does “giáo dưỡng” mean?
(verb) to teach and bring up (students)
Is “giáo dưỡng” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.