héo ruột
[hɛw˧˦ zuət̚˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) desolate, forlorn
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Còn giờ đây, nhìn những giọt mủ ứa ra nhọc nhằn mà cô héo ruột héo gan.And now, seeing the drops of latex arduously streaming out, she felt desolate.
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 “héo ruột” mean?
(adjective) desolate, forlorn
Is “héo ruột” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.