hèn
[hɛn˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adjective) lowly or unworthy of note
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
kẻ hèn (mọn) nàyThe unworthy me
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Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) sleazy, dishonest or unscrupulous
Examples
trò hèna sleazy scam
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sense 3
Meaning · English
(adjective) cowardly
Examples
Đồ hèn!You coward! / You little chicken! / You pathetic son of a bitch!
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Sense 4
Meaning · English
(conjunction) therefore; so
Common questions
What does “hèn” mean?
(adjective) lowly or unworthy of note
Is “hèn” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.