giờ cao su

[zəː˨˩ kaːw˧˧ su˧˧]

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

(noun) poor punctuality; perpetual tardiness

NounConnotation: humorous

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

Examples

Cái thằng đó có tật giờ cao su.He's always late.

Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Sources & notes

Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗

Common questions

What does “giờ cao su” mean?

(noun) poor punctuality; perpetual tardiness

Is “giờ cao su” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.