hào nhoáng
[haːw˨˩ ɲwaːŋ˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) outwardly beautiful but in a showy manner; gaudy; flashy; meretricious
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Nước sơn hào nhoáng, nhưng gỗ không tốtThe paint is flashy but the wood is not good.
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 ↗
Common questions
What does “hào nhoáng” mean?
(adjective) outwardly beautiful but in a showy manner; gaudy; flashy; meretricious
Is “hào nhoáng” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.