giềng

[ziəŋ˨˩]

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Sense 1

Meaning · English

(noun) main rope (of a fishing net)

Register: formal

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

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Sense 2

Meaning · English

(noun) bond

Register: formal

Common questions

What does “giềng” mean?

(noun) main rope (of a fishing net)

Is “giềng” formal or informal?

giềng is generally formal.