giồi
[zoj˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to apply, rub (powder, makeup, etc.)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
giồi phấnto powder [the face]
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 ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to polish, hone, cultivate
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(verb) to knead, wrench, twist
Sense 4
Meaning · English
(noun) alternative spelling of dồi (“blood sausage”)
Common questions
What does “giồi” mean?
(verb) to apply, rub (powder, makeup, etc.)
Is “giồi” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.