hổng
[həwŋ͡m˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adverb) Southern Vietnam form of không
Where it’s used:
Used
Miền Nam · Southern Vietnam
• Wiktionary labels this sense “Southern”
Examples
Hổng chịu đâu!I wouldn't stand it!
Hổng phải đâu!That's not right!
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 ↗
Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) empty, hollow
Common questions
What does “hổng” mean?
(adverb) Southern Vietnam form of không
Is “hổng” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.