hắc
[hak̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adjective) severely strict, to the point of making subordinates suffer hardship
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Ông ta chỉ là cấp phó, nhưng hắc hơn cả cấp trưởng.He is only a deputy but is stricter than a chief.
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
(adjective) to wear an expression of extreme pain on one's face
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(adjective) excessively difficult
Examples
Bài toán hắc quá.This homework is too difficult.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “hắc” mean?
(adjective) severely strict, to the point of making subordinates suffer hardship
Is “hắc” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.