hủ tục
[hu˧˩ tʊwk͡p̚˧˨ʔ]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(noun) a tradition or practice that is currently disapproved or condemned
Noun
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Đốt vàng mã là một hủ tục.Burning joss paper is a condemned practice.
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 “hủ tục” mean?
(noun) a tradition or practice that is currently disapproved or condemned
Is “hủ tục” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.