hỏi thăm
[hɔj˧˩ tʰam˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to check in on, check on or call in on someone
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
gọi điện hỏi thăm gia đìnhto check in on your parents
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 “hỏi thăm” mean?
(verb) to check in on, check on or call in on someone
Is “hỏi thăm” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.