hạ thổ
[haː˧˨ʔ tʰo˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to bury (wine, fish sauce, etc.) to improve its quality
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(verb) to put underground
Common questions
What does “hạ thổ” mean?
(verb) to bury (wine, fish sauce, etc.) to improve its quality
Is “hạ thổ” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.