hấp hối
[həp̚˧˦ hoj˧˦]
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Meaning · English
(verb) to be on one's deathbed; to be dying
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
on one's deathbed
at the end of one's life
English
Near equivalent
lâm chung
(adjective) about to pass away, on one's deathbed
Tiếng Việt · via on one's deathbed
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Common questions
What does “hấp hối” mean?
(verb) to be on one's deathbed; to be dying
Is “hấp hối” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“on one's deathbed” (English) — near equivalent.