kẻo
[kɛw˧˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(conjunction) otherwise; lest
Conjunction
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Đừng hóng mưa kẻo cảm.Don't go out in the rain or you'll get sick.
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 “kẻo” mean?
(conjunction) otherwise; lest
Is “kẻo” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.