hôi tanh
[hoj˧˧ tajŋ̟˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(adjective) stinking
Adjective
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Nhị vàng, bông trắng, lá xanh.
Gần bùn mà chẳng hôi tanh mùi bùn.Yellow pistils, white petals, green leaves.
Close to mud, yet lacking the rank odor.
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 “hôi tanh” mean?
(adjective) stinking
Is “hôi tanh” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.