Tiếng Việt · Word Attested

hay chữ

[haj˧˧ t͡ɕɨ˦ˀ˥]

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

(adjective) scholastically knowledgeable; well-versed in literature

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Có kiến thức về học thuật, am hiểu văn học

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AdjectiveRegister: formal

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

Sources & notes

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Common questions

What does “hay chữ” mean?

(adjective) scholastically knowledgeable; well-versed in literature

Is “hay chữ” formal or informal?

hay chữ is generally formal.