hả

[haː˧˩]

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

Sense 1

Meaning · English

(particle) interrogative particle: isn't it; aren't you ...

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

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

Sense 2

Meaning · English

(interjection) what; come again

Sense 3

Meaning · English

(adjective) having one's wishes fulfilled; contented; very satisfied

Sense 4

Meaning · English

(verb) to lose flavour, scent, etc. from evaporation; to taste flat

Common questions

What does “hả” mean?

(particle) interrogative particle: isn't it; aren't you ...

Is “hả” formal or informal?

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