hối cải
[hoj˧˦ kaːj˧˩]
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Meaning · English
(verb) to mend one's ways
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Equivalents & related
Near equivalent
mend one's ways
To change one's behavior to become better or more acceptable
English
Near equivalent
cải tà quy chính
to switch from sin to the right path; to mend one's ways; to turn over a new leaf
Tiếng Việt · via mend one's ways
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Common questions
What does “hối cải” mean?
(verb) to mend one's ways
Is “hối cải” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
What is the closest equivalent?
“mend one's ways” (English) — near equivalent.