hành hình

[hajŋ̟˨˩ hïŋ˨˩]

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

Sense 1

Meaning · English

(verb) to execute (by lethal methods)

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

thực hiện hình phạt tử hình

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

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Sense 2

Meaning · English

(verb) to implement; to apply; to carry out (especially punishment)

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

thực hiện, áp dụng

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Common questions

What does “hành hình” mean?

(verb) to execute (by lethal methods)

Is “hành hình” formal or informal?

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