khóc
[xawk͡p̚˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
(verb) to cry, to weep
Verb
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Examples
Sao đi học
Cứ khóc hoài?
Thôi đừng khóc!
Có kẹo đây.Why at school
Always cry?
Please don't cry!
Here are candies.
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Sources & notes
Imported from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29); community review pending. source ↗
Common questions
What does “khóc” mean?
(verb) to cry, to weep
Is “khóc” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.