hệ
[he˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Cơ thể ngao cũng chia ra làm nhiều hệ như hệ hô hấp, hệ tuần hoàn, hệ bài tiết, hệ sinh dục, hệ vận động và hệ thần kinh.The clam's body is also divided into many systems: the respiratory system, the circulatory system, the excretory system, the reproductive system, the motor system, and the nervous system.
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 “hệ” mean?
(noun) system
Is “hệ” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.