học thêm
[hawk͡p̚˧˨ʔ tʰem˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to go to and learn at a teacher's private class, either to improve grades or to prepare for entrance exams
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “học thêm” mean?
(verb) to go to and learn at a teacher's private class, either to improve grades or to prepare for entrance exams
Is “học thêm” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.